The Anything Thread

[blackfoot]

Hmmm... This explains a lot. House arrest with Internet priveleges would account for near round the clock posting activity.

The whole security officer job thing is my imagination. :biggrin:

[RichGem]

The whole security officer job thing is my imagination. :biggrin:

I knew it! You're just living vicariously through your parole officer. :001_rolle

[Swampfox]

Parked for the night in Palestine, AR.

Are they still having all the trouble there between the residents.




Oops. Wrong Palestine. :blushing:

[SRock]

Look here! Look here! (http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showpost.php?p=2125598&postcount=389)

Nice! Would you believe that I don't even have mine yet? :eek:


Uh, have you considered professional help yet? :blink:

Enjoy the excitement and the brush! Great post.

:lol::lol:


The whole security officer job thing is my imagination. :biggrin:

Are you 'Lost'??

[blackfoot]

Nice! Would you believe that I don't even have mine yet? :eek:

Really? I bet you would get yours before Chip's got to him. The sled teams move so slow this time of year. :lol:

[SRock]

Really? I bet you would get yours before Chip's got to him. The sled teams move so slow this time of year. :lol:

Chip ordered one? I thought he was long gone before the '09.

[RichGem]

Chip ordered one? I thought he was long gone before the '09.

July will be one year give or take without the little fur ball. He dropped out just before (or maybe just after) our Vegas meet up last July.

[OldSaw]

Had a pretty creepy restaurant experience just now. Place was an absolute dump. We just wanted some ice cream. Mine was all ice crystally and the ice tea was the worst I have ever had. I could tell (from my brewing days) that it had developed a rope bacteria from refilling the dispenser without cleaning it first. My stomach is still a little queezy.

To top it off, my wife and I both kept having Texas Chainsaw Massacre flashbacks. There was no one else in sight, stuffing was poking out of seats, our table was dirty and the floor hadn't been mopped since WWII.

The name of the place was Heads Cafe. We couldn't help wondering if they wanted to add our heads to their collection. :yikes:

[SRock]

July will be one year give or take without the little fur ball. He dropped out just before (or maybe just after) our Vegas meet up last July.

Touche! I hope he enjoys it thoroughly. Maybe it will be the catalyst to bring him back to discussions at B&B!

[SRock]

Had a pretty creepy restaurant experience just now. Place was an absolute dump. We just wanted some ice cream. Mine was all ice crystally and the ice tea was the worst I have ever had. I could tell (from my brewing days) that it had developed a rope bacteria from refilling the dispenser without cleaning it first. My stomach is still a little queezy.

To top it off, my wife and I both kept having Texas Chainsaw Massacre flashbacks. There was no one else in sight, stuffing was poking out of seats, our table was dirty and the floor hadn't been mopped since WWII.

The name of the place was Heads Cafe. We couldn't help wondering if they wanted to add our heads to their collection. :yikes:

:lol::lol::lol::lol:

[Swampfox]

Had a pretty creepy restaurant experience just now. Place was an absolute dump. We just wanted some ice cream. Mine was all ice crystally and the ice tea was the worst I have ever had. I could tell (from my brewing days) that it had developed a rope bacteria from refilling the dispenser without cleaning it first. My stomach is still a little queezy.

To top it off, my wife and I both kept having Texas Chainsaw Massacre flashbacks. There was no one else in sight, stuffing was poking out of seats, our table was dirty and the floor hadn't been mopped since WWII.

The name of the place was Heads Cafe. We couldn't help wondering if they wanted to add our heads to their collection. :yikes:

Did you take a trip through the Twilight Zone?:blink:

[a_bit_crafty]

Court ordered actually. That ended when my therapist got committed shortly after taking me on as a patient. :crazy:



I didn't expect mine so soon. It has been so long, I almost didn't think it would ever really get here. It's nobody's fault, just a long process.

Oh, don't take it as me being impatient with them. More like "Is it here yet? Is it here yet?" kind of impatient. I know this took a lot of work to get together and the guys have day jobs to boot.


Had a pretty creepy restaurant experience just now. Place was an absolute dump. We just wanted some ice cream. Mine was all ice crystally and the ice tea was the worst I have ever had. I could tell (from my brewing days) that it had developed a rope bacteria from refilling the dispenser without cleaning it first. My stomach is still a little queezy.

To top it off, my wife and I both kept having Texas Chainsaw Massacre flashbacks. There was no one else in sight, stuffing was poking out of seats, our table was dirty and the floor hadn't been mopped since WWII.

The name of the place was Heads Cafe. We couldn't help wondering if they wanted to add our heads to their collection. :yikes:

:blink:...:scared:

Wow. Just...wow. I'm about to turn in and that is going to give me nightmares. Rope bacteria in the tea? Ice cream that had...uh, freezer burn? Been melted and refrozen? Is not really ice cream?

Off to have nightmares about cafes with some unique decorations.

[blackfoot]

Chip ordered one? I thought he was long gone before the '09.

No, I was just making a joke. Apparently a spectacularly unfunny one.


Oh, don't take it as me being impatient with them. More like "Is it here yet? Is it here yet?" kind of impatient. I know this took a lot of work to get together and the guys have day jobs to boot.

Oh, I know. I am quite the same myself. :blush:

[blackfoot]

Okay, I forgot to tell my story. Sam 1 (What we call our helicopter, Samaritan I and Samaritan II) had a neonate flight last night. They had to stop and our north hospital, which is where we are currently building the Regional Medical Center, a huge facility. Our NICU has already moved out there. Sam had to stop and get the equipment and a NICU nurse and make a ten minute flight to the hospital the patient was at. Okay, there is set up.

Sam got to North but was unable to land. Because of construction, they have a temporary landing pad that is nearly a half mile from the building. FAA regulations demand a strobe of flare at all four corners of the LZ (landing zone). They could not find any. Sam was circling in the air for nearly twenty minutes. We were watching with our cameras at the main unit. Apparently, the security officer out there got for flashlights and set them on strobe to get them down. As they took off, we were called and told to get them some strobes.

I was about to go to lunch and the cafeteria was only open for ten more minutes. That is when I got a call. I was specifically requested for an assignment. I was to get to the Ground Shop and find flares. Whether I found them or not, I had to get to North with the strobes. We had about a half hour. It was ten minutes before I could get the van because it was being used for a transport. I already had guys looking for flares and spent ten minutes or so looking for them myself. We couldn't find any. I now had less than ten minutes to get out there and it takes more than twenty.

I called the Captain and said I was leaving without the flares. I was given magical orders at this point. Blake, this is why you are doing this. Get out there as fast as you can without getting a ticket. Knowing I can't hardly get a ticket on third shift because I am friends with most of the police officers in the area, I knew what he meant. I said, "I noticed you didn't say not to break any traffic laws." The only response, "No, I didn't. Get out there." And that I did! I have never drove like that through a city before in my life!

In the past, when I drove fast, I had the sound of sirens blaring. I thought about that and remembered how much I loved being on the fire department. So, I flipped on the radio. What more could I ask for? Flirting with disaster by Molly Hatchet! I almost called dispatch myself to tell them. There was a particular sergeant working that I knew would help me, but I decided I better not get him into trouble.

Even after getting there, it was fun. The officer out there really didn't know how to properly set up an LZ so I showed him. Not much to it but hey. The medic with the ambulance was a friend that worked for Huntington County when I was on the fire department. We had fun. Apparently, know one out there really knew how to use the equipment beside him and I. So, things worked out pretty well.

There was the usual craziness throughout the night. But, that was the interesting one. The one part that sucked was, the cafeteria had had wings, the very best thing they make! They only make them once every month or two and I missed them! :angry: That actually made me a little mad. But, it was a fun night.

[Swampfox]

There was the usual craziness throughout the night. But, that was the interesting one.

So, how many more years to go before retirement and your book?

[Duckster]

Blake, you're Batman! :batman:

[RichGem]

Okay, I forgot to tell my story. Sam 1 (What we call our helicopter, Samaritan I and Samaritan II) had a neonate flight last night. They had to stop and our north hospital, which is where we are currently building the Regional Medical Center, a huge facility. Our NICU has already moved out there. Sam had to stop and get the equipment and a NICU nurse and make a ten minute flight to the hospital the patient was at. Okay, there is set up.

Sam got to North but was unable to land. Because of construction, they have a temporary landing pad that is nearly a half mile from the building. FAA regulations demand a strobe of flare at all four corners of the LZ (landing zone). They could not find any. Sam was circling in the air for nearly twenty minutes. We were watching with our cameras at the main unit. Apparently, the security officer out there got for flashlights and set them on strobe to get them down. As they took off, we were called and told to get them some strobes.

I was about to go to lunch and the cafeteria was only open for ten more minutes. That is when I got a call. I was specifically requested for an assignment. I was to get to the Ground Shop and find flares. Whether I found them or not, I had to get to North with the strobes. We had about a half hour. It was ten minutes before I could get the van because it was being used for a transport. I already had guys looking for flares and spent ten minutes or so looking for them myself. We couldn't find any. I now had less than ten minutes to get out there and it takes more than twenty.

I called the Captain and said I was leaving without the flares. I was given magical orders at this point. Blake, this is why you are doing this. Get out there as fast as you can without getting a ticket. Knowing I can't hardly get a ticket on third shift because I am friends with most of the police officers in the area, I knew what he meant. I said, "I noticed you didn't say not to break any traffic laws." The only response, "No, I didn't. Get out there." And that I did! I have never drove like that through a city before in my life!

In the past, when I drove fast, I had the sound of sirens blaring. I thought about that and remembered how much I loved being on the fire department. So, I flipped on the radio. What more could I ask for? Flirting with disaster by Molly Hatchet! I almost called dispatch myself to tell them. There was a particular sergeant working that I knew would help me, but I decided I better not get him into trouble.

Even after getting there, it was fun. The officer out there really didn't know how to properly set up an LZ so I showed him. Not much to it but hey. The medic with the ambulance was a friend that worked for Huntington County when I was on the fire department. We had fun. Apparently, know one out there really knew how to use the equipment beside him and I. So, things worked out pretty well.

There was the usual craziness throughout the night. But, that was the interesting one. The one part that sucked was, the cafeteria had had wings, the very best thing they make! They only make them once every month or two and I missed them! :angry: That actually made me a little mad. But, it was a fun night.

So... wait a minute... your hospital gift store sells flares? :thumbup1:

[Swampfox]

So... wait a minute... your hospital gift store sells flares? :thumbup1:

:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

[OldSaw]

Did you take a trip through the Twilight Zone?:blink:

I think so. Good thing we got outta there before the portal closed.

[RichGem]

I think so. Good thing we got outta there before the portal closed.

Glad to see you lived to tell.!

[OldSaw]

Okay, I forgot to tell my story. Sam 1 (What we call our helicopter, Samaritan I and Samaritan II) had a neonate flight last night. They had to stop and our north hospital, which is where we are currently building the Regional Medical Center, a huge facility. Our NICU has already moved out there. Sam had to stop and get the equipment and a NICU nurse and make a ten minute flight to the hospital the patient was at. Okay, there is set up.

Sam got to North but was unable to land. Because of construction, they have a temporary landing pad that is nearly a half mile from the building. FAA regulations demand a strobe of flare at all four corners of the LZ (landing zone). They could not find any. Sam was circling in the air for nearly twenty minutes. We were watching with our cameras at the main unit. Apparently, the security officer out there got for flashlights and set them on strobe to get them down. As they took off, we were called and told to get them some strobes.

I was about to go to lunch and the cafeteria was only open for ten more minutes. That is when I got a call. I was specifically requested for an assignment. I was to get to the Ground Shop and find flares. Whether I found them or not, I had to get to North with the strobes. We had about a half hour. It was ten minutes before I could get the van because it was being used for a transport. I already had guys looking for flares and spent ten minutes or so looking for them myself. We couldn't find any. I now had less than ten minutes to get out there and it takes more than twenty.

I called the Captain and said I was leaving without the flares. I was given magical orders at this point. Blake, this is why you are doing this. Get out there as fast as you can without getting a ticket. Knowing I can't hardly get a ticket on third shift because I am friends with most of the police officers in the area, I knew what he meant. I said, "I noticed you didn't say not to break any traffic laws." The only response, "No, I didn't. Get out there." And that I did! I have never drove like that through a city before in my life!

In the past, when I drove fast, I had the sound of sirens blaring. I thought about that and remembered how much I loved being on the fire department. So, I flipped on the radio. What more could I ask for? Flirting with disaster by Molly Hatchet! I almost called dispatch myself to tell them. There was a particular sergeant working that I knew would help me, but I decided I better not get him into trouble.

Even after getting there, it was fun. The officer out there really didn't know how to properly set up an LZ so I showed him. Not much to it but hey. The medic with the ambulance was a friend that worked for Huntington County when I was on the fire department. We had fun. Apparently, know one out there really knew how to use the equipment beside him and I. So, things worked out pretty well.

There was the usual craziness throughout the night. But, that was the interesting one. The one part that sucked was, the cafeteria had had wings, the very best thing they make! They only make them once every month or two and I missed them! :angry: That actually made me a little mad. But, it was a fun night.

Makes my Twilight Zone near death experience sound pretty boring.

[SRock]

No, I was just making a joke. Apparently a spectacularly unfunny one.

:lol::lol:


Okay, I forgot to tell my story. Sam 1 (What we call our helicopter, Samaritan I and Samaritan II) had a neonate flight last night. They had to stop and our north hospital, which is where we are currently building the Regional Medical Center, a huge facility. Our NICU has already moved out there. Sam had to stop and get the equipment and a NICU nurse and make a ten minute flight to the hospital the patient was at. Okay, there is set up.

Sam got to North but was unable to land. Because of construction, they have a temporary landing pad that is nearly a half mile from the building. FAA regulations demand a strobe of flare at all four corners of the LZ (landing zone). They could not find any. Sam was circling in the air for nearly twenty minutes. We were watching with our cameras at the main unit. Apparently, the security officer out there got for flashlights and set them on strobe to get them down. As they took off, we were called and told to get them some strobes.

I was about to go to lunch and the cafeteria was only open for ten more minutes. That is when I got a call. I was specifically requested for an assignment. I was to get to the Ground Shop and find flares. Whether I found them or not, I had to get to North with the strobes. We had about a half hour. It was ten minutes before I could get the van because it was being used for a transport. I already had guys looking for flares and spent ten minutes or so looking for them myself. We couldn't find any. I now had less than ten minutes to get out there and it takes more than twenty.

I called the Captain and said I was leaving without the flares. I was given magical orders at this point. Blake, this is why you are doing this. Get out there as fast as you can without getting a ticket. Knowing I can't hardly get a ticket on third shift because I am friends with most of the police officers in the area, I knew what he meant. I said, "I noticed you didn't say not to break any traffic laws." The only response, "No, I didn't. Get out there." And that I did! I have never drove like that through a city before in my life!

In the past, when I drove fast, I had the sound of sirens blaring. I thought about that and remembered how much I loved being on the fire department. So, I flipped on the radio. What more could I ask for? Flirting with disaster by Molly Hatchet! I almost called dispatch myself to tell them. There was a particular sergeant working that I knew would help me, but I decided I better not get him into trouble.

Even after getting there, it was fun. The officer out there really didn't know how to properly set up an LZ so I showed him. Not much to it but hey. The medic with the ambulance was a friend that worked for Huntington County when I was on the fire department. We had fun. Apparently, know one out there really knew how to use the equipment beside him and I. So, things worked out pretty well.

There was the usual craziness throughout the night. But, that was the interesting one. The one part that sucked was, the cafeteria had had wings, the very best thing they make! They only make them once every month or two and I missed them! :angry: That actually made me a little mad. But, it was a fun night.

Just one question when you were doing the FD thing did you ever go through an EVOC?


Blake, you're Batman! :batman:

And he has Kryptonite...

Someone has to keep Superman in check. :lol:


So... wait a minute... your hospital gift store sells flares? :thumbup1:

:lol::lol::lol::lol:

[blackfoot]

So, how many more years to go before retirement and your book?

At 31 years old and 7 years working there, I doubt I live that long. :biggrin:


Blake, you're Batman! :batman:

That is one of my nicknames. Largely because I always have a tool or something that is needed. So, they tease about me having either a
bat belt or Blake belt.


So... wait a minute... your hospital gift store sells flares? :thumbup1:

:lol::lol::lol:


Just one question when you were doing the FD thing did you ever go through an EVOC?

Yes, I did. However, when dad taught me to drive, that is how he taught me. I think I learned more from that.

Rob, how did I know you would be the voice of reason? :lol::lol:

[SRock]

Yes, I did. However, when dad taught me to drive, that is how he taught me. I think I learned more from that.

Rob, how did I know you would be the voice of reason? :lol::lol:

:lol::lol: It must be the 15yrs I've been working as a cop. :lol::lol:

[blackfoot]

:lol::lol: It must be the 15yrs I've been working as a cop. :lol::lol:

:thumbsup:

[sol92258]

i gotta pee

[Intrigued]

i gotta pee

So that only using one arm thing is still causing problems hey? :a48:

:lol::lol::lol:

[sol92258]

So that only using one arm thing is still causing problems hey? :a48:

:lol::lol::lol:
even after 3 weeks it's still a daunting challenge...

[moonshine44]

At 31 years old and 7 years working there, I doubt I live that long. :biggrin:

Then it might be best to start the book now. I know somebody who does self-publishing cheap, or at least cheaper than most of the other self-publishing companies...


:lol::lol: It must be the 15yrs I've been working as a cop. :lol::lol:

A cop with access to fully automatic weapons... I'm insanely jealous :biggrin:

[RichGem]

i gotta pee

Adam???

[blackfoot]

A cop with access to fully automatic weapons... I'm insanely jealous :biggrin:

Well, today has been interesting. I woke my wife up this morning to see if she wanted to get breakfast. So, we got dressed and rode the bike into Fort Wayne and had a delicious breakfast.

After that, we had no plans so I decided to cruise around town. The plan was to slowly make our way home. However, we decided to stop by my friend's house. He was at work, so we rode over there. He decided to close u the store and we went back to his place. We had been wanting to get together so I could teach him to pass the road test to get his motorcycle endorsement. Another friend decided to meet us to practice also.

I think they both did a great job. The one only drives a scooter at this point. So, he laid my friend's bike down once. Otherwise, they both did great. If I could work with them a little more, I am sure they would pass. That isn't going to happen, but they still have a good chance.

Suddenly, it got dark. I got my wife and we geared up and took off. Too late! Riding a motorcycle = Fun. Riding a motorcycle in hail = Not Fun. Since I have a windshield, I gave my wife the full face helmet. Perhaps that was not my wisest decision. I now have a bruise over my left eye from a hail stone. :thumbdown The important thing is, I looked the bike over and it is fine. :thumbup1:

[Gruder]

Wow, Blake -- take care of that eye! I suggest a mixture of ice, windex, and bourbon. :wink:

[Intrigued]

Wow, Blake -- take care of that eye! I suggest a mixture of ice, windex, and bourbon. :wink:

+1 I think? :blink:

[blackfoot]

Wow, Blake -- take care of that eye! I suggest a mixture of ice, windex, and bourbon. :wink:

Thought about it but I work tonight. I have my uniform in the laundry and will be bedding down soon.

[SRock]

i gotta pee

http://67.18.225.180:8080/pml/photos/forrestgump.jpg


Well, today has been interesting. I woke my wife up this morning to see if she wanted to get breakfast. So, we got dressed and rode the bike into Fort Wayne and had a delicious breakfast.

After that, we had no plans so I decided to cruise around town. The plan was to slowly make our way home. However, we decided to stop by my friend's house. He was at work, so we rode over there. He decided to close u the store and we went back to his place. We had been wanting to get together so I could teach him to pass the road test to get his motorcycle endorsement. Another friend decided to meet us to practice also.

I think they both did a great job. The one only drives a scooter at this point. So, he laid my friend's bike down once. Otherwise, they both did great. If I could work with them a little more, I am sure they would pass. That isn't going to happen, but they still have a good chance.

Suddenly, it got dark. I got my wife and we geared up and took off. Too late! Riding a motorcycle = Fun. Riding a motorcycle in hail = Not Fun. Since I have a windshield, I gave my wife the full face helmet. Perhaps that was not my wisest decision. I now have a bruise over my left eye from a hail stone. :thumbdown The important thing is, I looked the bike over and it is fine. :thumbup1:

Hail? Hail? Where in the hail were you riding?

[Swampfox]

My wife & I went to Hanging Rock today. On the way we stopped in a antique store in Walnut Cove, NC. I found a solid marble soap dish with razor/brush stand attached to it. The price was $24.95 and they had it marked 20% off, Bit bad as I have seen these sell for far higher. It came with a marble handled badger brush that matches it. I still probably would have let it stay there, but being sold as a set, it came with a 1912 GEM. So I bought it. :blushing:

[RichGem]

Suddenly, it got dark. I got my wife and we geared up and took off. Too late! Riding a motorcycle = Fun. Riding a motorcycle in hail = Not Fun. Since I have a windshield, I gave my wife the full face helmet. Perhaps that was not my wisest decision. I now have a bruise over my left eye from a hail stone. :thumbdown The important thing is, I looked the bike over and it is fine. :thumbup1:


You realize, of course, that these things happen only to you, right? :whistling:


(ouch)

[blackfoot]

My wife & I went to Hanging Rock today. On the way we stopped in a antique store in Walnut Cove, NC. I found a solid marble soap dish with razor/brush stand attached to it. The price was $24.95 and they had it marked 20% off, Bit bad as I have seen these sell for far higher. It came with a marble handled badger brush that matches it. I still probably would have let it stay there, but being sold as a set, it came with a 1912 GEM. So I bought it. :blushing:

Mrs. Blackfoot and I almost went there on our honeymoon. The guy I built log homes with had spent a lot of time in that area building log homes before I started. We would still love to go sometime.


You realize, of course, that these things happen only to you, right? :whistling:


(ouch)

It does seem that way sometimes. :lol:

[skklog]

http://media.ebaumsworld.com/mediaFiles/picture/380808/80988477.jpg

[blackfoot]

http://media.ebaumsworld.com/mediaFiles/picture/380808/80988477.jpg

Well, that is oddly random.

[skklog]

http://media.ebaumsworld.com/mediaFiles/picture/218923/80995957.jpg

[skklog]

Well, that is oddly random.

No, this is oddly random!

http://media.ebaumsworld.com/mediaFiles/picture/218923/80989657.jpg

[RichGem]

http://media.ebaumsworld.com/mediaFiles/picture/380808/80988477.jpg


Nice custom furniture there, Skklog! DId you think that one up yourself or did you have help? :laugh:

[RichGem]

No, this is oddly random!

http://media.ebaumsworld.com/mediaFiles/picture/218923/80989657.jpg


That's really not good for the guitar. :nonod:

[OldSaw]

Havin a bowl of chili and a club sandwich at Tim Hortons in Erie, PA.

[RichGem]

Havin a bowl of chili and a club sandwich at Tim Hortons in Erie, PA.

But, you really haven't lived until you've kicked a rhino in the privates while playing guitar.

[OldSaw]

But, you really haven't lived until you've kicked a rhino in the privates while playing guitar.

...at the Heads Cafe in Palestine, AR.

[soapbox]

So... wait a minute... your hospital gift store sells flares? :thumbup1:

...and why didn't you make them yourself? <ahem> YOU WORK IN A HOSPITAL: you have access to every interesting chemical known and you couldn't borrow a little ether, 100% anhydrous alcohol, gasoline, or something and make some flares? Where's your MacGyver card??


Glad to see you lived to tell.!

+1


That's really not good for the guitar. :nonod:

Or the Rhino.


But, you really haven't lived until you've kicked a rhino in the privates while playing guitar.


...at the Heads Cafe in Palestine, AR.

:lol::lol::lol:

(only if Rob comes along, man -- he's better armed than I am)

[RichGem]

...and why didn't you make them yourself? <ahem> YOU WORK IN A HOSPITAL: you have access to every interesting chemical known and you couldn't borrow a little ether, 100% anhydrous alcohol, gasoline, or something and make some flares? Where's your MacGyver card??



+1



Or the Rhino.





:lol::lol::lol:

(only if Rob comes along, man -- he's better armed than I am)

Potassium permanganate and glycerine should fit the bill. Or heck, magnesium ribbon and a match. Really, Blake, do Jesse and I have to do all the thinking for you? :tongue_sm

[soapbox]

Just back from a wedding weekend in DC with friends. Hugely fun time, saw a bunch of old friends, including Mysterion who graciously brought me a Feather blade since I was traveling carry-on-only. I also packed my Injector in case he wasn't available and I had to resort to CVS.

There was a little mixup and I got put in the Lucite holding pen at the security checkpoint with some random girl while they sorted out what was happening, all the while some TSA employee was saying (pointing at me and the girl) that "no, THEY are green! Not code blue!" which is apparently code for "stop the X-ray line and everyone run around like a chicken with your head cut off for thirty seconds". They opened the pen, patted me down, and I went on my way, with hardly any delay, but it was a tad surreal at DCA today.

Got to enjoy several excellent beers at the Brickskeller too. Hadn't had the Belhaven IPA, and an excellent sour Belgian beer. The wedding celebration had Sam Adams of many varieties, including the Latitude 48, which I hadn't had but is very obviously a response (a very tasty response) to the "60 minute IPA" from Dogfish Head.

But all the while I missed my family -- no way were we hauling the entire clan across the country for two nights in DC. That wouldn't have been as much fun for any of us. And man, the reception I got from my little girl when I got home was just amazing. :crying:

I see not much has changed here. Except Dennis now has brushes with death and Blake is clearly unable to improvise flares and tries to make up for it by driving like a maniac. Hrm. :laugh:

[soapbox]

Potassium permanganate and glycerine should fit the bill. Or heck, magnesium ribbon and a match. Really, Blake, do Jesse and I have to do all the thinking for you? :tongue_sm

Shyeah, seriously, you're BOUND to have some permanganates, perchlorates, or magnesium ribbon. C'mon man, you shouldn't have to depend on manufactured fire.

[RichGem]

Shyeah, seriously, you're BOUND to have some permanganates, perchlorates, or magnesium ribbon. C'mon man, you shouldn't have to depend on manufactured fire.


Kids today! :nonod:



Sounds like you had an interesting day at the airport, Jesse. eek. Well, at least you followed that wiki link (:wink:) and weren't flying with blades in carry on. Glad you had fun and are back home safe and sound.

[SRock]

(only if Rob comes along, man -- he's better armed than I am)

I got your back, brother! :gunsmilie:


Just back from a wedding weekend in DC with friends. Hugely fun time, saw a bunch of old friends, including Mysterion who graciously brought me a Feather blade since I was traveling carry-on-only. I also packed my Injector in case he wasn't available and I had to resort to CVS.

There was a little mixup and I got put in the Lucite holding pen at the security checkpoint with some random girl while they sorted out what was happening, all the while some TSA employee was saying (pointing at me and the girl) that "no, THEY are green! Not code blue!" which is apparently code for "stop the X-ray line and everyone run around like a chicken with your head cut off for thirty seconds". They opened the pen, patted me down, and I went on my way, with hardly any delay, but it was a tad surreal at DCA today.

Got to enjoy several excellent beers at the Brickskeller too. Hadn't had the Belhaven IPA, and an excellent sour Belgian beer. The wedding celebration had Sam Adams of many varieties, including the Latitude 48, which I hadn't had but is very obviously a response (a very tasty response) to the "60 minute IPA" from Dogfish Head.

But all the while I missed my family -- no way were we hauling the entire clan across the country for two nights in DC. That wouldn't have been as much fun for any of us. And man, the reception I got from my little girl when I got home was just amazing. :crying:

I see not much has changed here. Except Dennis now has brushes with death and Blake is clearly unable to improvise flares and tries to make up for it by driving like a maniac. Hrm. :laugh:

Just :lol::lol::lol:

[Swampfox]

Where's your MacGyver card??

He only has a McGruber card.

[SRock]

He only has a McGruber card.

http://screenrant.com/wp-content/uploads/MacGruber-poster-e1274376142465.jpg

[blackfoot]

Sorry guys. My chemistry education is obviously sorely lacking.

[soapbox]

I got your back, brother! :gunsmilie:

Plus, I want to pilot a Predator Drone. And I want a pony.


Just :lol::lol::lol:

:001_smile


He only has a McGruber card.

:thumbup:


Sorry guys. My chemistry education is obviously sorely lacking.

Dang skippy it is. Next week: phosphorous, polystyrene, benzene, and gasoline. That'll send a signal for certain.

[OldSaw]

Plus, I want to pilot a Predator Drone. And I want a pony.



:001_smile



:thumbup:



Dang skippy it is. Next week: phosphorous, polystyrene, benzene, and gasoline. That'll send a signal for certain.

I knew those used coffee cups would come in handy some day.

[sol92258]

Hello! ma baby,
Hello! ma honey,
Hello! ma ragtime gal,
Send me a kiss by wire,
Baby my heart's on fire!
If you refuse me,
Honey, you'll lose me,
Then you'll be left alone;
oh baby, Telephone
and tell me I'se your own

[soapbox]

Hello! ma baby,
Hello! ma honey,
Hello! ma ragtime gal,
Send me a kiss by wire,
Baby my heart's on fire!
If you refuse me,
Honey, you'll lose me,
Then you'll be left alone;
oh baby, Telephone
and tell me I'se your own

Somebody is kind of post-doping at the moment.*




(oh wait, now it might be me?)

[RichGem]

Hello! ma baby,
Hello! ma honey,
Hello! ma ragtime gal,
Send me a kiss by wire,
Baby my heart's on fire!
If you refuse me,
Honey, you'll lose me,
Then you'll be left alone;
oh baby, Telephone
and tell me I'se your own

Which is actually the chorus to the song (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hello%21_Ma_Baby) (which dates back to the late 1800s); the verses are much less better known these days.

[MrLastway]

the verses are much less better known these days.

No they are definitely much more worse known. :001_rolle

[Gruder]

Crud! Four vinyl tiles short. Patten discontinued. Anyone have a line on 6" wide baseboard? :frown:

[sol92258]

Somebody is kind of post-doping at the moment.*




(oh wait, now it might be me?)
nope, just felt like singin'

Which is actually the chorus to the song (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hello%21_Ma_Baby) (which dates back to the late 1800s); the verses are much less better known these days.
No they are definitely much more worse known. :001_rolle

yeup, you are both absolutely somewhat accurately non-false....:huh:

and, the chorus is more currently known betterer due to Michigan J Frog and that little alien from Spaceballs

106260

[RichGem]

Crud! Four vinyl tiles short. Patten discontinued. Anyone have a line on 6" wide baseboard? :frown:


Chad, I can help you with :Linux or loose screws. Short tiles? You're on your own. Sorry.

[Swampfox]

My cat is on the interwebs.

[Swampfox]

Do you have to use a different technique w/ a 1912 Gem vs. a Push button Gem?

[RichGem]

My cat is on the interwebs.

where?


Do you have to use a different technique w/ a 1912 Gem vs. a Push button Gem?

Not that I'm aware of.

[Swampfox]

where?

FaceBook (http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001191124955&ref=profile&v=info#!/profile.php?id=100001191124955)


Not that I'm aware of.

Huh. I used my 1912 that I bought yesterday, and did not get as good of a shave as I do with the push button. I'll try it again with a fresh blade tonight.

[RichGem]

FaceBook (http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001191124955&ref=profile&v=info#%21/profile.php?id=100001191124955)



Huh. I used my 1912 that I bought yesterday, and did not get as good of a shave as I do with the push button. I'll try it again with a fresh blade tonight.

I didn't know that Basement Cat could type. :confused:


As to the shave... maybe your prep or technique was a little off?

[Intrigued]

Hello! ma baby,
Hello! ma honey,
Hello! ma ragtime gal,
Send me a kiss by wire,
Baby my heart's on fire!
If you refuse me,
Honey, you'll lose me,
Then you'll be left alone;
oh baby, Telephone
and tell me I'se your own


Somebody is kind of post-doping at the moment.*




(oh wait, now it might be me?)


nope, just felt like singin'


yeup, you are both absolutely somewhat accurately non-false....:huh:

and, the chorus is more currently known betterer due to Michigan J Frog and that little alien from Spaceballs

106260

What's really amazing is how out of tune you sounded since I couldn't hear you at all! :blink:

:lol::lol::lol:

[RichGem]

FaceBook (http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001191124955&ref=profile&v=info#%21/profile.php?id=100001191124955)



I'm disappointed that s/he doesn't have more love for the "Stray Cats" tho.

[RichGem]

What's really amazing is how out of tune you sounded since I couldn't hear you at all! :blink:

:lol::lol::lol:

Wow, that really is off key... he hit dog octave. :eek:

[Intrigued]

Wow, that really is off key... he hit dog octave. :eek:

Oh that's why my dogs were crying! :w00t:

[RichGem]

Oh that's why my dogs were crying! :w00t:


Look familiar?

http://www.muttart.com/hickman/images/music-fr.jpg

[Swampfox]

I didn't know that Basement Cat could type. :confused

Reading and typing. This is scary.



As to the shave... maybe your prep or technique was a little off?

Could be. I'll try again tonight with a fresh blade. I ended up finishing last night with an injector.


I'm disappointed that s/he doesn't have more love for the "Stray Cats" tho.

:lol: He's just learning an appreciation for caterwauling.

[blackfoot]

Crud! Four vinyl tiles short. Patten discontinued. Anyone have a line on 6" wide baseboard? :frown:

Man, that sucks! What is the pattern? I can keep an eye out.


My cat is on the interwebs.

:thumbup:

Ray, each Gem head shaves a little different. The 1912 is supposed to be the more forgiving, IIRC.

[Swampfox]

Ray, each Gem head shaves a little different. The 1912 is supposed to be the more forgiving, IIRC.

Ah, that may make more sense then if it is less aggressive. I'll have to see what I can to to adjust.

[Duckster]

I'll have to see what I can to to adjust.

Adjust your tutu? :confused1 Have you been hangin' out with skklog? :w00t:

[Intrigued]

http://www.motifake.com/image/demotivational-poster/1005/memorial-day-memorial-day-god-bless-america-demotivational-poster-1275362498.jpg

ftfy

I like it better over here. It's not a demotivational poster. :001_smile

:thumbup:

[Gruder]

Man, that sucks! What is the pattern? I can keep an eye out.

Thanks, Blake. It's been dead for a couple of years now (says something about my tendency to procrastinate :blushing:), so I headed to Lowe's and found something "close enough" this afternoon. The different tiles will go around the commode where it's pretty dark anyhow, so hopefully it'll look ok. If not, what the heck, I'm looking to sell the place anyway! :biggrin1:

Picked up a sprinkler timer while I was at it -- how have I lived without such an apparatus?! :001_smile

[blackfoot]

Thanks, Blake. It's been dead for a couple of years now (says something about my tendency to procrastinate :blushing:), so I headed to Lowe's and found something "close enough" this afternoon. The different tiles will go around the commode where it's pretty dark anyhow, so hopefully it'll look ok. If not, what the heck, I'm looking to sell the place anyway! :biggrin1:

Picked up a sprinkler timer while I was at it -- how have I lived without such an apparatus?! :001_smile

Any luck with the baseboard?

[Gruder]

Any luck with the baseboard?

I stuck with normal baseboard since I was able to find close enough tile. :thumbup1: It's a strange little project -- a basement half bath that the prior owners installed in a really slipshod manner just to add another half bath to the home's value. We rarely use it, but I bought tile for the floor (currently plywood :001_rolle) right after we moved in about 6 years ago and, well, I'm gonna use it! :tongue_sm

[RichGem]

Any luck with the baseboard?


I stuck with normal baseboard since I was able to find close enough tile. :thumbup1: It's a strange little project -- a basement half bath that the prior owners installed in a really slipshod manner just to add another half bath to the home's value. We rarely use it, but I bought tile for the floor (currently plywood :001_rolle) right after we moved in about 6 years ago and, well, I'm gonna use it! :tongue_sm

Blake, did you doubt? MacGruder can fix ANYTHING using just duct tape, a nail file, and a baseball bat.

[Gruder]

Blake, did you doubt? MacGruder can fix ANYTHING using just duct tape, a nail file, and a baseball bat.

:biggrin: And a Polo 10!

[Intrigued]

Blake, did you doubt? MacGruder can fix ANYTHING using just duct tape, a nail file, and a baseball bat.


:biggrin: And a Polo 10!

And WD40 for the tight spots! :w00t:

[blackfoot]

:lol::lol::lol:

[blackfoot]

We pulled a practical joke last night. There is a follow-up planned tonight. We will see if we all have jobs in the morning. :biggrin:

[soapbox]

We pulled a practical joke last night. There is a follow-up planned tonight. We will see if we all have jobs in the morning. :biggrin:

I can only hope it involves thermite flares for the rotary-wing aircraft.

[Intrigued]

We pulled a practical joke last night. There is a follow-up planned tonight. We will see if we all have jobs in the morning. :biggrin:

:eek: :eek2: :nonod: :frown2: :hand: :yesnod: :ihih: We got your back! :ciappa:

[RichGem]

I can only hope it involves thermite flares for the rotary-wing aircraft.


Thermite? Jesse, the man couldn't even make his own flares! :blink:

[skklog]

And now for something completely different! :001_smile

http://media.ebaumsworld.com/mediaFiles/picture/218923/80973462.jpg

[Intrigued]

And now for something completely different! :001_smile

http://media.ebaumsworld.com/mediaFiles/picture/218923/80973462.jpg

That should be your sig. :w00t:

:lol::lol::lol:

[soapbox]

Thermite? Jesse, the man couldn't even make his own flares! :blink:

Stupid hope springing eternal... :glare:

[RichGem]

Stupid hope springing eternal... :glare:


:lol::lol:

[Swampfox]

Adjust your tutu? :confused1 Have you been hangin' out with skklog? :w00t:

He is a bad influence. He's even affecting his brother now. The other day, Blake was walking around in black pantyhose. He claimed it was his batman outfit. :001_rolle

Well, I got a better shave last night, but ended up with too close of a shave, at least on my neck. I'll make some more adjustments and try again. The shave was much smoother, my neck is just a perpetual trouble area.

[SRock]

Plus, I want to pilot a Predator Drone. And I want a pony.

I could probably help you with one of those, but I'm not saying which! :lol:


Hello! ma baby,
Hello! ma honey,
Hello! ma ragtime gal,
Send me a kiss by wire,
Baby my heart's on fire!
If you refuse me,
Honey, you'll lose me,
Then you'll be left alone;
oh baby, Telephone
and tell me I'se your own

http://www.jodieotte.com/blog/1008/frog.gif


What's really amazing is how out of tune you sounded since I couldn't hear you at all! :blink:

:lol::lol::lol:


ftfy

I like it better over here. It's not a demotivational poster. :001_smile

:thumbup:

I agree! Nothing demotivational about that!


We pulled a practical joke last night. There is a follow-up planned tonight. We will see if we all have jobs in the morning. :biggrin:

Do tell!


I can only hope it involves thermite flares for the rotary-wing aircraft.

:eek:


That should be your sig. :w00t:

:lol::lol::lol:

+1 That would be much more gentlemanly and fitting all at the same time.

[blackfoot]

I can only hope it involves thermite flares for the rotary-wing aircraft.

No, sadly. They are a little funny about the helicopters. Aside from teaching us to shut one down in an emergency, they don't let us touch the birds. :001_rolle


:eek: :eek2: :nonod: :frown2: :hand: :yesnod: :ihih: We got your back! :ciappa:

:lol:

Okay, story:

We have a new guy and things have been a little slow lately. So, three of us decided to check out some little known areas. This has led to us climbing down through plenum walls, and elevator shaft, scouring the sub-basement, etc. We have gotten to do this on three or four nights in the last week and a half. I decided to play a game, to give each other missions to accomplish without being caught on camera. There is a practical side to that as it helps us think like the "bad guys".

Well, in these adventures, we found a six foot plus Ronald McDonald. It wasn't long and we had plans of sneaking him around the hospital and taking a picture of him in different locations. This is a terminable offense, BTW. :001_rolle

We decided on our first target. The Safety Coordinator for the hospital started in Security. He has only been in his current position a few months. We have been threatening to do something to his office all along. So, we stole Ronald and smuggled him up the the second floor office. There, one officer took his shirt and put on him and we snapped a few photos. This was sent out in an Email to a select few as a Suspicious Person Alert. Doug played right along and responded back to it. It was great!

You have no idea how difficult it is to sneak around with a six and a half foot Ronald McDonald.

We showed this to the ER Charge Nurse who thought it was great. We explained how he was going to be a recurring character for a while. I said he may even appear in the ER. She loved this and came up with a brilliant plan. We are going to put him on a ER bed in an out-of-the-way room. We are going to put him in restraints, cover him with blankets, and put a spit hood on him so he will be almost all covered. We are then going to send one of the Behavioral Health Assessment Team members in to see him. The victim chosen will get a real kick out of it.

It didn't work out tonight because things were crazy! We had four flights with five patients, all within an hour. One helicopter had to standby while we got one of the others off the pad. In addition to that, we had a huge fight on the floor involving a man with too many girlfriends present at the same time. Police were called and our House Supervisor over-reacted and got into it with one of our officers. It was a mess!

So, plans are postponed until tonight.

[sol92258]

haven't given an update in awhile, not since I put the link in my sig line, but I have to share this one:

2 weeks since the accident, Emily is out of ICU, off the ventilator and meds, in the rehab floor, just praises all around.
there's still concern for her vision, though she is responding to visual and audible stimuli. The doctors have also stated that hers is one of the worst skull fractures they've ever seen, which makes the recovery thus far all the more miraculous. There is still a long road still, but that road looks much brighter and more encouraging than it did 2 weeks ago.
The entire family still needs our prayers, for recovery and endurance, and specifically now for her vision and jaw.
Again, I want to personally thank each of you keeping this young lady and her family in your prayers and thoughts, and encourage you, if you feel so inclined, to send them an encouraging message.
Thank you

[Gruder]

Many thanks for the update, Jim. Encouraging news, indeed!

And Blake, um, I'm lovin it! :biggrin:

[a_bit_crafty]

OK, here we go:

Well, today has been interesting. I woke my wife up this morning to see if she wanted to get breakfast. So, we got dressed and rode the bike into Fort Wayne and had a delicious breakfast.

After that, we had no plans so I decided to cruise around town. The plan was to slowly make our way home. However, we decided to stop by my friend's house. He was at work, so we rode over there. He decided to close u the store and we went back to his place. We had been wanting to get together so I could teach him to pass the road test to get his motorcycle endorsement. Another friend decided to meet us to practice also.

I think they both did a great job. The one only drives a scooter at this point. So, he laid my friend's bike down once. Otherwise, they both did great. If I could work with them a little more, I am sure they would pass. That isn't going to happen, but they still have a good chance.

Suddenly, it got dark. I got my wife and we geared up and took off. Too late! Riding a motorcycle = Fun. Riding a motorcycle in hail = Not Fun. Since I have a windshield, I gave my wife the full face helmet. Perhaps that was not my wisest decision. I now have a bruise over my left eye from a hail stone. :thumbdown The important thing is, I looked the bike over and it is fine. :thumbup1:

Ow. At least the bike is fine. :001_huh:


Just back from a wedding weekend in DC with friends. Hugely fun time, saw a bunch of old friends, including Mysterion who graciously brought me a Feather blade since I was traveling carry-on-only. I also packed my Injector in case he wasn't available and I had to resort to CVS.

There was a little mixup and I got put in the Lucite holding pen at the security checkpoint with some random girl while they sorted out what was happening, all the while some TSA employee was saying (pointing at me and the girl) that "no, THEY are green! Not code blue!" which is apparently code for "stop the X-ray line and everyone run around like a chicken with your head cut off for thirty seconds". They opened the pen, patted me down, and I went on my way, with hardly any delay, but it was a tad surreal at DCA today.

Got to enjoy several excellent beers at the Brickskeller too. Hadn't had the Belhaven IPA, and an excellent sour Belgian beer. The wedding celebration had Sam Adams of many varieties, including the Latitude 48, which I hadn't had but is very obviously a response (a very tasty response) to the "60 minute IPA" from Dogfish Head.

But all the while I missed my family -- no way were we hauling the entire clan across the country for two nights in DC. That wouldn't have been as much fun for any of us. And man, the reception I got from my little girl when I got home was just amazing. :crying:
I see not much has changed here. Except Dennis now has brushes with death and Blake is clearly unable to improvise flares and tries to make up for it by driving like a maniac. Hrm. :laugh:
Aww. Precious.

Hello! ma baby,
Hello! ma honey,
Hello! ma ragtime gal,
Send me a kiss by wire,
Baby my heart's on fire!
If you refuse me,
Honey, you'll lose me,
Then you'll be left alone;
oh baby, Telephone
and tell me I'se your own


nope, just felt like singin'


yeup, you are both absolutely somewhat accurately non-false....:huh:

and, the chorus is more currently known betterer due to Michigan J Frog and that little alien from Spaceballs

106260
I also thought of Mr. Frog. One of the best Looney Tunes ever.


No, sadly. They are a little funny about the helicopters. Aside from teaching us to shut one down in an emergency, they don't let us touch the birds. :001_rolle



:lol:

Okay, story:

We have a new guy and things have been a little slow lately. So, three of us decided to check out some little known areas. This has led to us climbing down through plenum walls, and elevator shaft, scouring the sub-basement, etc. We have gotten to do this on three or four nights in the last week and a half. I decided to play a game, to give each other missions to accomplish without being caught on camera. There is a practical side to that as it helps us think like the "bad guys".

Well, in these adventures, we found a six foot plus Ronald McDonald. It wasn't long and we had plans of sneaking him around the hospital and taking a picture of him in different locations. This is a terminable offense, BTW. :001_rolle

We decided on our first target. The Safety Coordinator for the hospital started in Security. He has only been in his current position a few months. We have been threatening to do something to his office all along. So, we stole Ronald and smuggled him up the the second floor office. There, one officer took his shirt and put on him and we snapped a few photos. This was sent out in an Email to a select few as a Suspicious Person Alert. Doug played right along and responded back to it. It was great!

You have no idea how difficult it is to sneak around with a six and a half foot Ronald McDonald.

We showed this to the ER Charge Nurse who thought it was great. We explained how he was going to be a recurring character for a while. I said he may even appear in the ER. She loved this and came up with a brilliant plan. We are going to put him on a ER bed in an out-of-the-way room. We are going to put him in restraints, cover him with blankets, and put a spit hood on him so he will be almost all covered. We are then going to send one of the Behavioral Health Assessment Team members in to see him. The victim chosen will get a real kick out of it.

It didn't work out tonight because things were crazy! We had four flights with five patients, all within an hour. One helicopter had to standby while we got one of the others off the pad. In addition to that, we had a huge fight on the floor involving a man with too many girlfriends present at the same time. Police were called and our House Supervisor over-reacted and got into it with one of our officers. It was a mess!

So, plans are postponed until tonight.
As usual, both funny and disturbing. Nicely done. :thumbup:


haven't given an update in awhile, not since I put the link in my sig line, but I have to share this one:

2 weeks since the accident, Emily is out of ICU, off the ventilator and meds, in the rehab floor, just praises all around.
there's still concern for her vision, though she is responding to visual and audible stimuli. The doctors have also stated that hers is one of the worst skull fractures they've ever seen, which makes the recovery thus far all the more miraculous. There is still a long road still, but that road looks much brighter and more encouraging than it did 2 weeks ago.
The entire family still needs our prayers, for recovery and endurance, and specifically now for her vision and jaw.
Again, I want to personally thank each of you keeping this young lady and her family in your prayers and thoughts, and encourage you, if you feel so inclined, to send them an encouraging message.
Thank you

I'm so glad she continues to be on the mend.

In other news, we seeded 1/2 the back yard about a week ago, and we already have areas that have sprouted.:w00t: This makes us very, very happy. But it also means we can't leave the house for more than an hour or two at a time because it will dry out and die. :glare: But it will be worth it.

I see Mr. Crafty has yet to check in.

[luvmysuper]

I get on a plane in 9 hours heading home! woo hoo!

It's the long route though - 5 hours from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai then 13 hours from Shanghai to Chicago.

I should be kicking off the shoes by 6:00 pm Thursday evening Central Time.

See you guys then!

[Gruder]

Safe travels, Phil!

[soapbox]

I get on a plane in 9 hours heading home! woo hoo!

It's the long route though - 5 hours from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai then 13 hours from Shanghai to Chicago.

I should be kicking off the shoes by 6:00 pm Thursday evening Central Time.

See you guys then!

Man, that's a long flight. Wave to the North Pole for us!

[soapbuddy]

haven't given an update in awhile, not since I put the link in my sig line, but I have to share this one:

2 weeks since the accident, Emily is out of ICU, off the ventilator and meds, in the rehab floor, just praises all around.
there's still concern for her vision, though she is responding to visual and audible stimuli. The doctors have also stated that hers is one of the worst skull fractures they've ever seen, which makes the recovery thus far all the more miraculous. There is still a long road still, but that road looks much brighter and more encouraging than it did 2 weeks ago.
The entire family still needs our prayers, for recovery and endurance, and specifically now for her vision and jaw.
Again, I want to personally thank each of you keeping this young lady and her family in your prayers and thoughts, and encourage you, if you feel so inclined, to send them an encouraging message.
Thank you
Thank you for the update. I'll keep her in my thoughts and prayers.

[soapbox]

Since plenty of threads have popped up recently, linking to The Onion's excellent 2004 spoof of Gillette, I wrote a wiki page on shaving parodies (http://wiki.badgerandblade.com/index.php/Parody). Editing and assistance welcomed.

[Swampfox]

Some people have no sense of humor at all. :001_rolle I mean, what isn't funny about a commenting, know-it-all black cat on Face Book?:001_rolle


haven't given an update in awhile, not since I put the link in my sig line, but I have to share this one:

2 weeks since the accident, Emily is out of ICU, off the ventilator and meds, in the rehab floor, just praises all around.
there's still concern for her vision, though she is responding to visual and audible stimuli. The doctors have also stated that hers is one of the worst skull fractures they've ever seen, which makes the recovery thus far all the more miraculous. There is still a long road still, but that road looks much brighter and more encouraging than it did 2 weeks ago.
The entire family still needs our prayers, for recovery and endurance, and specifically now for her vision and jaw.
Again, I want to personally thank each of you keeping this young lady and her family in your prayers and thoughts, and encourage you, if you feel so inclined, to send them an encouraging message.
Thank you

WOW! Thanks for the update, thanks for keeping this girl and her family before us.

[Intrigued]

Okay, now the story of three little brushes. When I saw the B&B 2009LE I fell in love. :001_wub: I showed the pictures of them to my husband and told him I was ordering an ebony and he said lets order two of them, so we did. :001_smile But I kept looking at the butterscotch and thinking that sure was a pretty brush. So I ordered one of those too. :blushing: I told my oldest son (who got me started on this whole DE thing in the first place) that he could have one of the ebony ones for his birthday.

Fast forward and the butterscotch was delivered on Sat. What a beauty! :w00t: My husband tried it out this weekend and really liked it. :001_smile Today the two ebony were scheduled for delivery and when I got home from work there sat the box on the counter. :w00t: I opened it and there was an ebony brush :w00t:......... but only one ebony brush. :blink:
Where oh where is my other ebony brush. :confused1
I can't use the ebony that came or ship it to my son until I get this straightened out with Nick (which I'm sure I will). But I know how terribly busy he is right now:sad:..........so for now all I can do is look at my little ebony brush and sigh....:001_wub: :crying:


PS I sent a reply on the order complete email I got from B&B explaining the problem. But does any one know if this is a good way to contact them. I know Nick is getting overwhelmed with all the email he's getting. On the one hand I don't want to be a pest but on the other I want to make sure he is aware there's a problem.

[Gruder]

Sorry to hear about the brush issue. Go ahead and send Nick a PM.

One ping only, please. :biggrin:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/olmedia/640000/images/_642286_seanred150.jpg

[skklog]

um, I'm lovin it! :biggrin:

:lol::lol::lol:

[blackfoot]

Many thanks for the update, Jim. Encouraging news, indeed!

+1


And Blake, um, I'm lovin it! :biggrin:

:lol::lol::lol:


I get on a plane in 9 hours heading home! woo hoo!

It's the long route though - 5 hours from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai then 13 hours from Shanghai to Chicago.

I should be kicking off the shoes by 6:00 pm Thursday evening Central Time.

See you guys then!

Safe travels and look forward to you getting home. :thumbup1:


Since plenty of threads have popped up recently, linking to The Onion's excellent 2004 spoof of Gillette, I wrote a wiki page on shaving parodies (http://wiki.badgerandblade.com/index.php/Parody). Editing and assistance welcomed.

:thumbup:


Some people have no sense of humor at all. :001_rolle I mean, what isn't funny about a commenting, know-it-all black cat on Face Book?:001_rolle

Why, did someone complain?


One ping only, please. :biggrin:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/olmedia/640000/images/_642286_seanred150.jpg

:lol::lol::lol::lol:

[skklog]

http://media.ebaumsworld.com/mediaFiles/picture/218923/81000427.jpg

[blackfoot]

Most disturbing.


I just called into work sick. I hate that. I can't remember the last time I had to do that. :thumbdown

[skklog]

http://media.ebaumsworld.com/mediaFiles/picture/218923/80950959.jpg

[Intrigued]

Most disturbing.


I just called into work sick. I hate that. I can't remember the last time I had to do that. :thumbdown

Maybe your just afraid of your own practical joke or you caught something from Ronald. :sneaky2:

:lol::lol::lol:

Hope you feel better soon. :001_smile

[RichGem]

He is a bad influence. He's even affecting his brother now. The other day, Blake was walking around in black pantyhose. He claimed it was his batman outfit. :001_rolle

Well, I got a better shave last night, but ended up with too close of a shave, at least on my neck. I'll make some more adjustments and try again. The shave was much smoother, my neck is just a perpetual trouble area.


Remember: zero pressure. Even more asymptotically* zero than with a de.



*big word used just for Jesse. Brought to you courtesy of the prime numbers 5, & 7 and the letter Q.

[skklog]

http://media.ebaumsworld.com/mediaFiles/picture/218923/80959851.jpg

[RichGem]

http://media.ebaumsworld.com/mediaFiles/picture/218923/80959851.jpg

That is just so wrong. :lol::lol:

[a_bit_crafty]

Maybe your just afraid of your own practical joke or you caught something from Ronald. :sneaky2:

:lol::lol::lol:

Hope you feel better soon. :001_smile

I tell you, Ronald came to my kid's school. He is not a guy to mess with. (And a bit creepy, I think. But whatever).

[blackfoot]

I tell you, Ronald came to my kid's school. He is not a guy to mess with. (And a bit creepy, I think. But whatever).

Agreed. We thought the horrible night we had was meant to stop us from carrying out our plans. The curse continues.

[RichGem]

Most disturbing.


I just called into work sick. I hate that. I can't remember the last time I had to do that. :thumbdown


... or you caught something from Ronald. :sneaky2:

:lol::lol::lol:

Hope you feel better soon. :001_smile

Probably "blood lipid super sufficiency".

Feel better Blake.

[Duckster]

I tell you, Ronald came to my kid's school. He is not a guy to mess with. (And a bit creepy, I think. But whatever).

I think the Burger King is scarier


http://img44.imageshack.us/img44/2893/avatar14335.gif

[soapbox]

Remember: zero pressure. Even more asymptotically* zero than with a de.



*big word used just for Jesse. Brought to you courtesy of the prime numbers 5, & 7 and the letter Q.

:001_tt2:


I think the Burger King is scarier


Agreed. His frozen face is creepy.

[Intrigued]

.....
*big word used just for Jesse. Brought to you courtesy of the prime numbers 5, & 7 and the letter Q.

What happened to the letter W? It's like twice as much fun as the letter U......:w00t:

[Swampfox]

Why, did someone complain?

Not really other than whining in a couple of posts that Crawler was a troll. Anyhow, the continuing adventures of Night crawler will pick up tomorrow morning.


http://media.ebaumsworld.com/mediaFiles/picture/218923/81000427.jpg

I am surprised you are posting your camp pics.


I just called into work sick. I hate that. I can't remember the last time I had to do that. :thumbdown

Same here.


Remember: zero pressure. Even more asymptotically* zero than with a de.



*big word used just for Jesse. Brought to you courtesy of the prime numbers 5, & 7 and the letter Q.

Yeah, I think that is where I messed up, especially on my tender neck.


I think the Burger King is scarier


http://img44.imageshack.us/img44/2893/avatar14335.gif

Definitely. That is one freaky weirdo.

[soapbox]

What happened to the letter W? It's like twice as much fun as the letter V*......:w00t:


renovaveram ille.




*Only if you don't speak Latin. Which I don't.

[Swampfox]

http://www.lolcatbible.com/images/5/5f/Cieling_cat_creates.jpg

Boreded Ceiling Cat makinkgz Urf n stuffs

1 Oh hai. In teh beginnin Ceiling Cat maded teh skiez An da Urfs, but he did not eated dem.

2 Da Urfs no had shapez An haded dark face, An Ceiling Cat rode invisible bike over teh waterz.

3 At start, no has lyte. An Ceiling Cat sayz, i can haz lite? An lite wuz.4 An Ceiling Cat sawed teh lite, to seez stuffs, An splitted teh lite from dark but taht wuz ok cuz kittehs can see in teh dark An not tripz over nethin.5 An Ceiling Cat sayed light Day An dark no Day. It were FURST!!!1

[RichGem]

I am surprised you are posting your band camp pics. 'Cuz, there was this one time... at band camp...



ftfy. The secret is out.

[Swampfox]

ftfy. The secret is out.

:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol: ...wait.....:blink:

[Intrigued]

http://www.lolcatbible.com/images/5/5f/Cieling_cat_creates.jpg

Boreded Ceiling Cat makinkgz Urf n stuffs

1 Oh hai. In teh beginnin Ceiling Cat maded teh skiez An da Urfs, but he did not eated dem.

2 Da Urfs no had shapez An haded dark face, An Ceiling Cat rode invisible bike over teh waterz.

3 At start, no has lyte. An Ceiling Cat sayz, i can haz lite? An lite wuz.4 An Ceiling Cat sawed teh lite, to seez stuffs, An splitted teh lite from dark but taht wuz ok cuz kittehs can see in teh dark An not tripz over nethin.5 An Ceiling Cat sayed light Day An dark no Day. It were FURST!!!1

That is so... ummm....so like purrrr found......:blink:

:lol::lol::lol:

[Swampfox]

Boy, it was quiet last night!

[blackfoot]

Boy, it was quiet last night!

I was so sick, I didn't feel like sitting upright any longer. I'm only mildly better today. :thumbdown

[a_bit_crafty]

I think the Burger King is scarier


http://img44.imageshack.us/img44/2893/avatar14335.gif

He does give him a run for his money, doesn't he?


I was so sick, I didn't feel like sitting upright any longer. I'm only mildly better today. :thumbdown

I must have been tired while reading yesterday because I did not pick up that you were sick. I hope you feel better soon.

[Gruder]

Feel better, Blake!

Richard, I think we left the TAT Lysol can with you. Fire at will! :tongue:

[RichGem]

Feel better, Blake!

Richard, I think we left the TAT Lysol can with you. Fire at will! :tongue:

Batter up.....

http://bkimrey1.files.wordpress.com/2008/09/lysol.jpg


http://scottthong.files.wordpress.com/2006/08/firelysolmovie.JPG

http://images.owneriq.net/download/images/d/ded56936-780c-4381-a048-6d0ab2637dd0-000001.png

[soapbox]

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[Gruder]

Nice Lysol plume, Richard - extends all the way to Texas! :biggrin:

[RichGem]

Nice Lysol plume, Richard - extends all the way to Texas! :biggrin:

You can never be too safe when it comes to killing those Indiana germs. :laugh:

[sol92258]

I think the Burger King is scarier


http://img44.imageshack.us/img44/2893/avatar14335.gif

yes, but Wendy on the other hand....

http://edwardkhoo.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/05/fast-food.jpg

[Swampfox]

I was so sick, I didn't feel like sitting upright any longer. I'm only mildly better today. :thumbdown

Boy, you must really be sick. :huh:

[soapbox]

Boy, you must really be sick. :huh:

Well, he's still posting on B&B between naps. He's not that bad off.

[blackfoot]

Boy, you must really be sick. :huh:


Well, he's still posting on B&B between naps. He's not that bad off.

I have been reading but not posting. Eating now and feel bit more energetic. Called in for 2nd nite though.

[RichGem]

I have been reading but not posting. Eating now and feel bit more energetic. Called in for 2nd nite though.


Sorry, Blake, that made just too much sense. Could you try it again with some cold medicine thrown in? Please?

[blackfoot]

Sorry, Blake, that made just too much sense. Could you try it again with some cold medicine thrown in? Please?

Mrs. keeps getting mad at me for not taking meds. I dont like taking stuff it i dont have to. This is ridiculous though. I think I may go to Md if things don"t turn around soon.

[Duckster]

Blake, I'm sending over a nurse to make you feel better


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[RichGem]

Mrs. keeps getting mad at me for not taking meds. I dont like taking stuff it i dont have to. This is ridiculous though. I think I may go to Md if things don"t turn around soon.

Oh, but you *have to*... we could use the laugh. :001_rolle

[blackfoot]

Blake, I'm sending over a nurse to make you feel better


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Duckster, you just became my favourite B&B member ever!

[blackfoot]

Oh, but you *have to*... we could use the laugh. :001_rolle

Okay, Rich. I just mixed up some...medicine. I dont think Mrs. B was thinking of a martini but oh well.

[RichGem]

Okay, Rich. I just mixed up some...medicine. I dont think Mrs. B was thinking of a martini but oh well.

It doesn't sound like you needed much convincing. :wink:

[Intrigued]

Oh, but you *have to*... we could use the laugh. :001_rolle


Okay, Rich. I just mixed up some...medicine. I dont think Mrs. B was thinking of a martini but oh well.

Just tell her if it has an olive in it that makes it medicinal. :001_smile

[Duckster]

Okay, Rich. I just mixed up some...medicine. I dont think Mrs. B was thinking of a martini but oh well.

(Uh-oh, he thinks he's James Bond again :001_rolle)

[blackfoot]

Just tell her if it has an olive in it that makes it medicinal. :001_smile

I prefer a lemon twist. However, I could find neither. :(

[Intrigued]

Just tell her if it has an olive in it that makes it medicinal. :001_smile

..... or Gin.....:001_smile or Vodka........:001_smile Vermouth not so much. :nonod:

[blackfoot]

(Uh-oh, he thinks he's James Bond again :001_rolle)

I have to admit, I think 007 was the reason I wanted to like Martinis at first. However, Bond ruined the Martini. A true Martini is made with Gin, not Vodka. Damn you Flemming.

[Duckster]

I have to admit, I think 007 was the reason I wanted to like Martinis at first. However, Bond ruined the Martini. A true Martini is made with Gin, not Vodka. Damn you Flemming.

True... and you don't shake a martini either.

[Intrigued]

I have to admit, I think 007 was the reason I wanted to like Martinis at first. However, Bond ruined the Martini. A true Martini is made with Gin, not Vodka. Damn you Flemming.

What kind of Gin do you like? Just a medical question! :001_smile

[RichGem]

Just tell her if it has an olive in it that makes it medicinal. :001_smile


And everyone knows that alcohol kills germs.

[RichGem]

I have to admit, I think 007 was the reason I wanted to like Martinis at first. However, Bond ruined the Martini. A true Martini is made with Gin, not Vodka. Damn you Flemming.


What kind of Gin do you like? Just a medical question! :001_smile


Sorry guys, but gin is just vile. :mad3:

edit:: Btw, Blake, I think I'm getting your cold. Thanks a lot. :wink: ... but my throat has been raw all day and I've been blowing my nose all night.

[RichGem]

Hey Ducky, what's with the eyes on your avi? Have we been imitating meth kitteh again?

[Duckster]

Hey Ducky, what's with the eyes on your avi? Have we been imitating meth kitteh again?

It's a monocle, like Col. Klink had. You don't like?

[blackfoot]

True... and you don't shake a martini either.

Well, I do. :blush:


What kind of Gin do you like? Just a medical question! :001_smile

Bombay Sapphire, of course. :thumbup: I am sure there are better ones, but this is good.

[Intrigued]

Sorry guys, but gin is just vile. :mad3:

edit:: Btw, Blake, I think I'm getting your cold. Thanks a lot. :wink: ... but my throat has been raw all day and I've been blowing my nose all night.

Okay then for you the medicine for that raw throat should be a nice single malt scotch. Tamdhu is a very nice and inexpensive 10 year old Highland Scotch. :001_smile

[RichGem]

It's a monocle, like Col. Klink had. You don't like?

Looks like you've had waaaaaaaaaaay too much caffeine.

[RichGem]

Okay then for you the medicine for that raw throat should be a nice single malt scotch. Tamdhu is a very nice and inexpensive 10 year old Highland Scotch. :001_smile

I've only recently started to like scotch on the rocks (jamesons). Previously, it's been whiskey sours and 7&7s.

[Intrigued]

Well, I do. :blush:



Bombay Sapphire, of course. :thumbup: I am sure there are better ones, but this is good.

1+ :thumbup1:

Though I like Tanqueray also & Tanqueray 10 is my favorite. :w00t:

[blackfoot]

1+ :thumbup1:

Though I like Tanqueray also & Tanqueray 10 is my favorite. :w00t:

I have heard of that. I will have to try it.

[soapbox]

True... and you don't shake a martini either.

In theory, it "bruises the gin", but I can't believe that it does.


Okay then for you the medicine for that raw throat should be a nice single malt scotch. Tamdhu is a very nice and inexpensive 10 year old Highland Scotch. :001_smile

Now you're talking some sense.


I've only recently started to like scotch on the rocks (jamesons). Previously, it's been whiskey sours and 7&7s.

Jameson's is a fine Irish Whisky, but not a Scots whisky. Sweeter than scotch, and no smoke.


1+ :thumbup1:

Though I like Tanqueray also & Tanqueray 10 is my favorite. :w00t:

Tanqueray 10 is pretty nice stuff. When it's hot down South in the Summer, I don't favor scotch -- G&T or beer, or maybe a julep. Juleps are delightfully refreshing (before and a little after you get clobbered by the alcohol content). I make a good julep, but they're a little labor intensive if done right. Fortunately I have my dear departed grandmother's art deco chrome one quart cocktail shaker. It's a pain to clean, but you can make a LOT of julep at once. :biggrin1:

[Intrigued]

With all this medical talk I had to go get a drink.... eerrrr I mean some medicine. :blush: Just as a preventative measure you understand. So I wouldn't catch what ever it going around TAT. :001_smile

:lol::lol::lol:

[soapbox]

With all this medical talk I had to go get a drink.... eerrrr I mean some medicine. :blush: Just as a preventative measure you understand. So I wouldn't catch what ever it going around TAT. :001_smile

:lol::lol::lol:

*ah* *ah-choo!*

Please excuse me for a minute. I have a ten year old homebrew to go drink.

[Swampfox]

What about rum?

[RichGem]

Jameson's is a fine Irish Whisky, but not a Scots whisky. Sweeter than scotch, and no smoke.

Ooops, right you are. And in that case, I still don't care for scotch (tho I love the accent).




Tanqueray 10 is pretty nice stuff. When it's hot down South in the Summer, I don't favor scotch -- G&T or beer, or maybe a julep. Juleps are delightfully refreshing (before and a little after you get clobbered by the alcohol content). I make a good julep, but they're a little labor intensive if done right. Fortunately I have my dear departed grandmother's art deco chrome one quart cocktail shaker. It's a pain to clean, but you can make a LOT of julep at once. :biggrin1:

I've always wanted to try a julep, but they are practically unknown here in New England. What time did you want me to stop over? :ihih: I'll bring the cigars.

[RichGem]

The Docker's "I Wear No Pants" commercial is on right now. Why do I keep looking for Blake amongst the actors?

[Intrigued]

In theory, it "bruises the gin", but I can't believe that it does.



Now you're talking some sense.



Jameson's is a fine Irish Whisky, but not a Scots whisky. Sweeter than scotch, and no smoke.



Tanqueray 10 is pretty nice stuff. When it's hot down South in the Summer, I don't favor scotch -- G&T or beer, or maybe a julep. Juleps are delightfully refreshing (before and a little after you get clobbered by the alcohol content). I make a good julep, but they're a little labor intensive if done right. Fortunately I have my dear departed grandmother's art deco chrome one quart cocktail shaker. It's a pain to clean, but you can make a LOT of julep at once. :biggrin1:

I have to work some late nights so Scotch neat is my night cap. I save the beer and G&Ts for when I can have them earlier in the evening. :blush:

[Swampfox]

I have yet to find beer palatable. Looks and smells like old pee.

[RichGem]

I have yet to find beer palatable. Looks and smells like old pee.


:yesnod:

[Intrigued]

Ooops, right you are. And in that case, I still don't care for scotch (tho I love the accent).




I've always wanted to try a julep, but they are practically unknown here in New England. What time did you want me to stop over? :ihih: I'll bring the cigars.

I thought I didn't like Scotch either for a long time. Turns out I just don't like cheap scotch. The first time I tried a good 15 year old single malt I was hooked. :001_smile

[soapbox]

Ooops, right you are. And in that case, I still don't care for scotch (tho I love the accent).

Scotch can take a long time to become part of your palate's "like" and "want" list.

I've always wanted to try a julep, but they are practically unknown here in New England. What time did you want me to stop over? :ihih: I'll bring the cigars.

We have a guest room and -- with the Gulf of Mexico looking like an unkempt gas station right now -- we're not going on our summer vacation either. Weekend lodging is available almost any weekend you want, a little later into the summer. Dallas is an American Airlines hub. Drinks are on me.

P.S. the ten year old homebrew is really good (even if I do say so myself). I'd buy this stuff for $10 a six pack.

[soapbox]

I thought I didn't like Scotch either for a long time. Turns out I just don't like cheap scotch. The first time I tried a good 15 year old single malt I was hooked. :001_smile

Colonel soapbox likens scotch to kerosene, and won't drink it. He prefers sour mash or bourbon. Mom and I, on the other hand, like scotch just fine. But in the heat, neat scotch just isn't as pleasant as in the winter (even if I sneak in a little with a heretical cube of ice here and there).

[Intrigued]

What about rum?

Rum is about the only thing I don't care for though I don't like standard american beer ( Bush, Bud, Miller = :prrr:)

[Swampfox]

Rum is about the only thing I don't care for though I don't like standard american beer ( Bush, Bud, Miller = :prrr:)

Bad to my old pee comment. There are a lot of minor, microbrews available here (Greensboro, NC), I haven't tried any, though.

[Intrigued]

We have a guest room and -- with the Gulf of Mexico looking like an unkempt gas station right now -- we're not going on our summer vacation either. Weekend lodging is available almost any weekend you want, a little later into the summer. Dallas is an American Airlines hub. Drinks are on me.

P.S. the ten year old homebrew is really good (even if I do say so myself). I'd buy this stuff for $10 a six pack.


Back to my old pee comment. There are a lot of minor, microbrews available here (Greensboro, NC), I haven't tried any, though.

A road trip is starting to sound like a good idea. Just to check out the various medicines you understand. :001_smile

[blackfoot]

The Docker's "I Wear No Pants" commercial is on right now. Why do I keep looking for Blake amongst the actors?

:lol::lol::lol:


I have yet to find beer palatable. Looks and smells like old pee.

+1


Rum is about the only thing I don't care for though I don't like standard american beer ( Bush, Bud, Miller = :prrr:)

You bring up an interesting point. I did drink some bears in Belgium that I liked. They didn't taste like any beer I had ever had before. :thumbup1:

[RichGem]

We have a guest room and -- with the Gulf of Mexico looking like an unkempt gas station right now -- we're not going on our summer vacation either. Weekend lodging is available almost any weekend you want, a little later into the summer. Dallas is an American Airlines hub. Drinks are on me.

P.S. the ten year old homebrew is really good (even if I do say so myself). I'd buy this stuff for $10 a six pack.


But does it come in mason jars? :thumbup1:

[Swampfox]

:lol::lol::lol:



+1



You bring up an interesting point. I did drink some bears in Belgium that I liked. They didn't taste like any beer I had ever had before. :thumbup1:

Bears?! You drank a bear?

[blackfoot]

So, Jesse. I am going to Myrtle Beach next weekend. I can take a blade in the razor on the plane, right? :sneaky2: :spockflam

[RichGem]

Bears?! You drank a bear?

He neglected to mention that he bought a Jack LaLane juicer in Belgium just before he drank the bear. The pulp attachment strains out the fur quite nicely.

[RichGem]

So, Jesse. I am going to Myrtle Beach next weekend. I can take a blade in the razor on the plane, right? :sneaky2: :spockflam

Yes, yes, you can. Providing you don't mind the consequences which will follow. I'd recommend learning Cuban Spanish just to be on the safe side. You can never be too under prepared.

[Swampfox]

So, Jesse. I am going to Myrtle Beach next weekend. I can take a blade in the razor on the plane, right? :sneaky2: :spockflam

Ask for a cavity search.


He neglected to mention that he bought a Jack LaLane juicer in Belgium just before he drank the bear. The pulp attachment strains out the fur quite nicely.

:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

[blackfoot]

Yes, yes, you can. Providing you don't mind the consequences which will follow. I'd recommend learning Cuban Spanish just to be on the safe side. You can never be too under prepared.

:lol::lol::lol::lol:

You are just hoping for another smuggling-cable-across-the-border story. :thumbup:

[RichGem]

:lol::lol::lol::lol:

You are just hoping for another smuggling-cable-across-the-border story. :thumbup:

Yeah, :blush: well, that too. Tho, it would have to be pretty epic to outshine the first one. But, I trust you Blake, you can pull that off. We're all, uh, behind you... so to speak.

[soapbox]

But does it come in mason jars? :thumbup1:

It's not moonshine, it's beer! (Colonel soapbox's father, the retired Deputy Joint Chief of Staff, has a bottle of very tasty moonshine given to him by one of his sergeants upon his retirement in 1976, when you could still get moonshine that wasn't rotgut).


So, Jesse. I am going to Myrtle Beach next weekend. I can take a blade in the razor on the plane, right? :sneaky2: :spockflam

:letterk2:


Ask for a cavity search.

Oh, he's asking for one, believe me.


Yeah, :blush: well, that too. Tho, it would have to be pretty epic to outshine the first one. But, I trust you Blake, you can pull that off. We're all, uh, behind you... so to speak.

Ew.

[blackfoot]

Yeah, :blush: well, that too. Tho, it would have to be pretty epic to outshine the first one. But, I trust you Blake, you can pull that off. We're all, uh, behind you... so to speak.

If anyone can, it would be me. :lol:


:letterk2:



Oh, he's asking for one, believe me.

:lol::lol::lol::lol:

[a_bit_crafty]

First off, homebrew is, in fact, pretty awesome. Mr. Crafty's hobby has ruined other beers for me, but I was never really a drinker anyway. Never liked it. But, I think I might go dip into the stash. Somewhere in there is a nightcap cherry stout.

Second...yeah...alcohol kills germs. Preventative measure, anyone? :lol:

And third, 3 razors were added to our shaving den today. One Gillette Super Speed Fliar from '54, one Gillette adjustable from the '70s, and one semi-anonymous Schick, all purchased by Mr. Crafty when he was 15, then stored and forgotten about. Maybe I can look at how to do pictures tomorrow.

[blackfoot]

First off, homebrew is, in fact, pretty awesome. Mr. Crafty's hobby has ruined other beers for me, but I was never really a drinker anyway. Never liked it. But, I think I might go dip into the stash. Somewhere in there is a nightcap cherry stout.

Second...yeah...alcohol kills germs. Preventative measure, anyone? :lol:

And third, 3 razors were added to our shaving den today. One Gillette Super Speed Fliar from '54, one Gillette adjustable from the '70s, and one semi-anonymous Schick, all purchased by Mr. Crafty when he was 15, then stored and forgotten about. Maybe I can look at how to do pictures tomorrow.

What does the Schick look like?

[a_bit_crafty]

What does the Schick look like?

Black plastic handle, silver tip, metal head. Help any?

I'm hoping to get pictures up tomorrow if I get a chance.

I should add that I haven't looked too much into what exactly it is yet.

[blackfoot]

Black plastic handle, silver tip, metal head. Help any?

I'm hoping to get pictures up tomorrow if I get a chance.

I should add that I haven't looked too much into what exactly it is yet.

?

http://wiki.badgerandblade.com/images/b/b2/Type_L_In_Case.jpg

[a_bit_crafty]

Nope. Look at this page (http://countryjoescollectiblestuff.com/razor-id.html), second razor from the very bottom. It's very close.

[blackfoot]

Nope. Look at this page (http://countryjoescollectiblestuff.com/razor-id.html), second razor from the very bottom. It's very close.

Oh! That is a Krona. They are a very under-rate DE. They have a very faithful following by those that have tried them. I was very impressed by it. I have a couple and really love them.

[blackfoot]

Link (http://wiki.badgerandblade.com/index.php/Schick_Krona)

[a_bit_crafty]

Wow. Even in your infirmed state, you are awesomely 007-ish. Thank you!

[blackfoot]

Wow. Even in your infirmed state, you are awesomely 007-ish. Thank you!

I had to type up something for the Steward forum, so I forced myself to do it. That along with a Martini and some food and I feel more capable of posting than I have in three days. I am getting tired though. I will be going to bed before too long.

[a_bit_crafty]

I had to type up something for the Steward forum, so I forced myself to do it. That along with a Martini and some food and I feel more capable of posting than I have in three days. I am getting tired though. I will be going to bed before too long.

Who knew martinis made it better? :laugh: Get well soon. Thanks again for the help.

[blackfoot]

Who knew martinis made it better? :laugh: Get well soon. Thanks again for the help.

Love to help! :thumbup1: Have a good night.

[soapbuddy]

Yeah, :blush: well, that too. Tho, it would have to be pretty epic to outshine the first one. But, I trust you Blake, you can pull that off. We're all, uh, behind you... so to speak.

:lol:

[moonshine44]

... though I don't like standard american beer ( Bush, Bud, Miller = :prrr:)

I decided long ago that life is too short to drink cheap beer...


I thought I didn't like Scotch either for a long time. Turns out I just don't like cheap scotch. The first time I tried a good 15 year old single malt I was hooked. :001_smile

Aged scotch is good stuff...


First off, homebrew is, in fact, pretty awesome. Mr. Crafty's hobby has ruined other beers for me, but I was never really a drinker anyway. Never liked it. But, I think I might go dip into the stash. Somewhere in there is a nightcap cherry stout.

My brother in law makes some pretty good beer. So does a buddy of mine who lives about 30 miles away...



And third, 3 razors were added to our shaving den today. One Gillette Super Speed Fliar from '54, one Gillette adjustable from the '70s, and one semi-anonymous Schick, all purchased by Mr. Crafty when he was 15, then stored and forgotten about. Maybe I can look at how to do pictures tomorrow.

:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

[Swampfox]

Oh! That is a Krona. They are a very under-rate DE. They have a very faithful following by those that have tried them. I was very impressed by it. I have a couple and really love them.

The Krona has become my favorite DE. Between it and the SEs, I may end up getting rid of my Gillettes.

[soapbox]

The Krona has become my favorite DE. Between it and the SEs, I may end up getting rid of my Gillettes.

Wow, that's a strong statement. I must look into a Krona. I'm still lining up a bunch of razors for sale, but it doesn't mean I don't like to experiment. I've just found that the Merkurs, Mühle, and a few pre-1940 open-comb Gillettes shave best for me. But Krona's aren't expensive yet.

I'll have to revisit the 195 and Slim Adjustable before I put them away for SBJr's intro to wet shaving in about 13 years. I expect he'll start with a blue tip Super Speed, though!

[blackfoot]

Wow, that's a strong statement. I must look into a Krona. I'm still lining up a bunch of razors for sale, but it doesn't mean I don't like to experiment. I've just found that the Merkurs, Mühle, and a few pre-1940 open-comb Gillettes shave best for me. But Krona's aren't expensive yet.

I'll have to revisit the 195 and Slim Adjustable before I put them away for SBJr's intro to wet shaving in about 13 years. I expect he'll start with a blue tip Super Speed, though!

Makes me curious. What will everyone else be using in 13 years? Heck, will any of us still be on here then?

[a_bit_crafty]

Wow, that's a strong statement. I must look into a Krona. I'm still lining up a bunch of razors for sale, but it doesn't mean I don't like to experiment. I've just found that the Merkurs, Mühle, and a few pre-1940 open-comb Gillettes shave best for me. But Krona's aren't expensive yet.

I'll have to revisit the 195 and Slim Adjustable before I put them away for SBJr's intro to wet shaving in about 13 years. I expect he'll start with a blue tip Super Speed, though!

I believe Mr. Crafty said he picked up the set for $5 at a second hand store. I gave them a good going over with a toothbrush last night to remove the gunk, dust, and build up they had from sitting around for so long. They are a bit more presentable than when they arrived. But now I have to get around to taking pictures. Unfortunately, someone passed on his cyber-germs to me and I am a bit under the weather. I still hope to get it done some time today.

[Intrigued]

Makes me curious. What will everyone else be using in 13 years? Heck, will any of us still be on here then?

And if we are will we stilling be kidding you about your pants or lack there of? :w00t:

:lol::lol::lol:

[soapbox]

Makes me curious. What will everyone else be using in 13 years? Heck, will any of us still be on here then?

Whether we're still on the B&B by then, I'll still be using straights and DEs, and maybe SEs occasionally. Why would I go back to paying insane prices for mediocre-to-bad shaves?

[RichGem]

Makes me curious. What will everyone else be using in 13 years? Heck, will any of us still be on here then?

I'll probably be just getting to the bottom of my soap den by then. :w00t: Blades tho... hm.... maybe I should order some more, ya know, "just in case."


I believe Mr. Crafty said he picked up the set for $5 at a second hand store. I gave them a good going over with a toothbrush last night to remove the gunk, dust, and build up they had from sitting around for so long. They are a bit more presentable than when they arrived. But now I have to get around to taking pictures. Unfortunately, someone passed on his cyber-germs to me and I am a bit under the weather. I still hope to get it done some time today.

Ditto. Thanks Blake. :glare:

[Intrigued]

I believe Mr. Crafty said he picked up the set for $5 at a second hand store. I gave them a good going over with a toothbrush last night to remove the gunk, dust, and build up they had from sitting around for so long. They are a bit more presentable than when they arrived. But now I have to get around to taking pictures. Unfortunately, someone passed on his cyber-germs to me and I am a bit under the weather. I still hope to get it done some time today.



Ditto. Thanks Blake. :glare:

Quick! Take some medicine! :w00t: Though it's kind of early in the day. :a17: :nonod:

[blackfoot]

And if we are will we stilling be kidding you about your pants or lack there of? :w00t:

:lol::lol::lol:

:lol::lol::lol:

As for the Cyber-germs, sorry. Today was the first day I woke up and was able to speak though. My throat still hurts like Hades, but not quite as bad as the last couple of days.

[blackfoot]

Quick! Take some medicine! :w00t: Though it's kind of early in the day. :a17: :nonod:

That is one of the great joys of working third shift. no hour of the morning is too early to drink. It is our evening after all. :cool:

[RichGem]

Quick! Take some medicine! :w00t: Though it's kind of early in the day. :a17: :nonod:


That is one of the great joys of working third shift. no hour of the morning is too early to drink. It is our evening after all. :cool:


It's just after 4pm in Krakow (where part of my family is from), so I think I'm good to go with the medicine. :thumbup:

[soapbox]

I'll probably be just getting to the bottom of my soap den by then. :w00t: Blades tho... hm.... maybe I should order some more, ya know, "just in case."

Ah, the Shavepocalypse. I keep thinking this. And the US dollar is pretty strong right now, so some UK/European vendors have pretty good prices on blades...

...and I still want to shift over to straight razor shaving! Sheesh.

[RichGem]

:lol::lol::lol:

As for the Cyber-germs, sorry. Today was the first day I woke up and was able to speak though. My throat still hurts like Hades, but not quite as bad as the last couple of days.

All I know is, that's the last time I post right after you without first putting on a surgical mask.

[a_bit_crafty]

Quick! Take some medicine! :w00t: Though it's kind of early in the day. :a17: :nonod:

:lol: I don't think the kiddos would appreciate me doing that at the moment. Then who will make them lunch and keep them from killing each other? I'll have to settle for tea at the moment.

[blackfoot]

All I know is, that's the last time I post right after you without first putting on a surgical mask.

:lol::lol::lol:

[RichGem]

Ah, the Shavepocalypse. I keep thinking this. And the US dollar is pretty strong right now, so some UK/European vendors have pretty good prices on blades...

...and I still want to shift over to straight razor shaving! Sheesh.

I've seen Astra Plats. (:001_wub:) as low as $16/sleeve of 100.

[blackfoot]

:lol: I don't think the kiddos would appreciate me doing that at the moment. Then who will make them lunch and keep them from killing each other? I'll have to settle for tea at the moment.

That sounds like even more reason for medicine. :lol::lol:


I kid, of course.

[RichGem]

:lol: I don't think the kiddos would appreciate me doing that at the moment. Then who will make them lunch and keep them from killing each other? I'll have to settle for tea at the moment.

Hm.... make lunch now, leave it on the counter. Enjoy an adult beverage (for medicinal purposes only). Let the kids kill each other. Problem solved all around.

:biggrin:

[blackfoot]

I've seen Astra Plats. (:001_wub:) as low as $16/sleeve of 100.

I still need to try some other injector blades. So far I have only used the ones from the local stores. I might have to look into that after the trip.

[blackfoot]

Hm.... make lunch now, leave it on the counter. Enjoy an adult beverage (for medicinal purposes only). Let the kids kill each other. Problem solved all around.

:biggrin:

:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

Winner! :w00t:

[soapbox]

I've seen Astra Plats. (:001_wub:) as low as $16/sleeve of 100.

Really?? That's seriously cheap. Where?

EDIT: bullgoose shaving has them for $15.00 per hundred.


I still need to try some other injector blades. So far I have only used the ones from the local stores. I might have to look into that after the trip.

US-made Ted Pella injectors (http://www.tedpella.com/vibratome_html/100acces.htm) are great.

[a_bit_crafty]

Hm.... make lunch now, leave it on the counter. Enjoy an adult beverage (for medicinal purposes only). Let the kids kill each other. Problem solved all around.

:biggrin:

I dunno. Mr. Crafty is pretty fond of them. And they are only 6 and 2. Otherwise this might have been an epic win. Maybe when Mr. Crafty returns home.

OK, I guess I should go see about taking some pictures or something while they are watching old Superman cartoons from the '40s.

[blackfoot]

Really?? That's seriously cheap. Where?

EDIT: bullgoose shaving has them for $15.00 per hundred.



US-made Ted Pella injectors (http://www.tedpella.com/vibratome_html/100acces.htm) are great.

Looks like you have to call to set up an account. That is odd. :huh:

[RichGem]

Really?? That's seriously cheap. Where?

EDIT: bullgoose shaving has them for $15.00 per hundred.



US-made Ted Pella injectors (http://www.tedpella.com/vibratome_html/100acces.htm) are great.


I saw the $16 on amazon, but Bull Goose looks even better. I've dealt with them only once (for some SS, what else) and they were great.



Looks like you have to call to set up an account. That is odd. :huh:

It's not a big deal, Blake. They just want to make sure that it's an adult who is ordering and who will be receiving the blades. You (or some other responsible adult*) will have to be home when they deliver to sign for them.

*note my stunning lack of sarcasm here. :biggrin:

[soapbox]

It's not a big deal, Blake. They just want to make sure that it's an adult who is ordering and who will be receiving the blades. You (or some other responsible adult*) will have to be home when they deliver to sign for them.

*note my stunning lack of sarcasm here. :biggrin:

WOW, that's a stunning lack of sarcasm!

Blake -- a few years ago I did a group buy of Ted Pella SE and injectors. It went very well. The shipping costs were a touch high from Ted Pella, so buying in bulk and redistributing made sense, plus not everyone wanted to buy huge quantities of blades just to try 'em out. I've still got some Ted Pella SEs if you want to try a couple.

[blackfoot]

I saw the $16 on amazon, but Bull Goose looks even better. I've dealt with them only once (for some SS, what else) and they were great.




It's not a big deal, Blake. They just want to make sure that it's an adult who is ordering and who will be receiving the blades. You (or some other responsible adult*) will have to be home when they deliver to sign for them.

*note my stunning lack of sarcasm here. :biggrin:

That makes some sense, I guess. And lack of sarcasm noted. :lol:

[blackfoot]

WOW, that's a stunning lack of sarcasm!

Blake -- a few years ago I did a group buy of Ted Pella SE and injectors. It went very well. The shipping costs were a touch high from Ted Pella, so buying in bulk and redistributing made sense, plus not everyone wanted to buy huge quantities of blades just to try 'em out. I've still got some Ted Pella SEs if you want to try a couple.

I am always up for trying something new.

It is amusing. A similar conversation is going on in another thread right now. They are recommending these (http://www.drugstore.com/products/prod.asp?pid=27404&catid=89896&trx=PLST-0-CAT&trxp1=89896&trxp2=27404&trxp3=1&trxp4=0&btrx=BUY-PLST-0-CAT).

[moonshine44]

:lol: I don't think the kiddos would appreciate me doing that at the moment. Then who will make them lunch and keep them from killing each other? I'll have to settle for tea at the moment.

Double strong tea+(large)dollop of blackberry brandy+dollop of honey=cough & cold treatment extraordinaire...

[blackfoot]

Double strong tea+(large)dollop of blackberry brandy+dollop of honey=cough & cold treatment extraordinaire...

That just sounds good. :drool:

[soapbox]

I am always up for trying something new.

It is amusing. A similar conversation is going on in another thread right now. They are recommending these (http://www.drugstore.com/products/prod.asp?pid=27404&catid=89896&trx=PLST-0-CAT&trxp1=89896&trxp2=27404&trxp3=1&trxp4=0&btrx=BUY-PLST-0-CAT).

I bought some of those recently to compare with the Ted Pella injectors. We'll see what happens.

[blackfoot]

I bought some of those recently to compare with the Ted Pella injectors. We'll see what happens.

Apparently Luvmysuper had trouble with the plastic case. I have had trouble with the ones from CVS too.

[blackfoot]

Where is everybody? We didn't even get a Slagle Rock'n'Roll.

[soapbox]

Mom and Dad just took the wraps off of GMS shave soap #21. I'll get a sample early next week for testing, then if it passes muster, it's off to the Usual Gang of Idiots. Mom's been playing with citrus and bay-rum-type essential oils lately, so we'll see what the stuff smells like. Interestingly, she said the soap lather smells better than the soap puck: that's sort of funny.

Also, GMS ordered a new piece of equipment: a soap plodder, to probably be paired with a mill later. I remain awed and a little nervous at how seriously they're taking this whole shave soap thing. They're spending real money all because I got interested in wet shaving, and they expect to make a profit from it (uh, that's a lot of soap they need to sell, folks).

Also, now I have to learn how to use Pro/Engineer (http://www.ptc.com/products/proengineer/) to design the soap stamp. Gah! I'm being put to work! (Well, they did start college funds for Little Soapbox and SBJr, so I'll shut up now.)

[a_bit_crafty]

OK, while I'm feeling up to it, here are the pictures.
Slim adjustable:
http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/?action=view&current=gadjustable.jpg http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/?action=view&current=Gadjustabledial.jpg http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/?action=view&current=gadjustablehead.jpg

What I know know is a Krona (thanks Blake):
http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/?action=view&current=krona.jpg http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/?action=view&current=kronahead.jpg

And a super speed:
http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/?action=view&current=ss.jpg http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/?action=view&current=sshead.jpg

And because Mr. Crafty made me take pictures before I toss it for its uselessness, a plastic blade container:
http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/?action=view&current=schickblandes.jpg

[soapbox]

Try removing the
?action=view&current= from the photo URLs?


OK, while I'm feeling up to it, here are the pictures.
Slim adjustable:
http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/?action=view&current=gadjustable.jpg http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/?action=view&current=Gadjustabledial.jpg http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/?action=view&current=gadjustablehead.jpg

What I know know is a Krona (thanks Blake):
http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/?action=view&current=krona.jpg http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/?action=view&current=kronahead.jpg

And a super speed:
http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/?action=view&current=ss.jpg http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/?action=view&current=sshead.jpg

And because Mr. Crafty made me take pictures before I toss it for its uselessness, a plastic blade container:
http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/?action=view&current=schickblandes.jpg

http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/gadjustable.jpg

http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/Gadjustabledial.jpg

http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/gadjustablehead.jpg

[a_bit_crafty]

Try removing the
?action=view&current= from the photo URLs?


Yeah, I'm working on it.

Strike that. I'll try to work on it more later. The boys are fighting.

[RichGem]

Mom and Dad just took the wraps off of GMS shave soap #21. I'll get a sample early next week for testing, then if it passes muster, it's off to the Usual Gang of Idiots. Mom's been playing with citrus and bay-rum-type essential oils lately, so we'll see what the stuff smells like. Interestingly, she said the soap lather smells better than the soap puck: that's sort of funny.

Also, GMS ordered a new piece of equipment: a soap plodder, to probably be paired with a mill later. I remain awed and a little nervous at how seriously they're taking this whole shave soap thing. They're spending real money all because I got interested in wet shaving, and they expect to make a profit from it (uh, that's a lot of soap they need to sell, folks).

Also, now I have to learn how to use Pro/Engineer (http://www.ptc.com/products/proengineer/) to design the soap stamp. Gah! I'm being put to work! (Well, they did start college funds for Little Soapbox and SBJr, so I'll shut up now.)


:idea:




[owner@localhost ~]$ man -k soap_plodder
soap_plodder: nothing appropriate


:confused:

But sounds really exciting otherwise!

[blackfoot]

Mom and Dad just took the wraps off of GMS shave soap #21. I'll get a sample early next week for testing, then if it passes muster, it's off to the Usual Gang of Idiots. Mom's been playing with citrus and bay-rum-type essential oils lately, so we'll see what the stuff smells like. Interestingly, she said the soap lather smells better than the soap puck: that's sort of funny.

Also, GMS ordered a new piece of equipment: a soap plodder, to probably be paired with a mill later. I remain awed and a little nervous at how seriously they're taking this whole shave soap thing. They're spending real money all because I got interested in wet shaving, and they expect to make a profit from it (uh, that's a lot of soap they need to sell, folks).

Also, now I have to learn how to use Pro/Engineer (http://www.ptc.com/products/proengineer/) to design the soap stamp. Gah! I'm being put to work! (Well, they did start college funds for Little Soapbox and SBJr, so I'll shut up now.)

Holy cow, a plodder?





Anybody know what that is? :001_huh:

Well, Jesse, I'll say this. I am not a big spender and still have lots of stuff to try. But GMS is still my favourite. With the proper scents, you have a long-term customer here. I am sure that doesn't make you feel any better, but I tried. :001_rolle

[blackfoot]

:idea:




[owner@localhost ~]$ man -k soap_plodder
soap_plodder: nothing appropriate


:confused:

But sounds really exciting otherwise!

:lol::lol::lol::lol:

[a_bit_crafty]

OK, let's try this again.

A Gillette Super Speed Flair:
http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/sshead.jpg http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/ss.jpg

A Schick Krona:
http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/kronahead.jpg http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/krona.jpg


And a old Schick plastic blade container that I was forced to photograph before throwing it out:
http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/schickblandes.jpg

And the slim adjustable is up there in Jesse's post. (And yes, Jesse, that was exactly the problem with the url. Thanks).)

[blackfoot]

OK, let's try this again.

A Gillette Super Speed Flair:
http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/sshead.jpg http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/ss.jpg

A Schick Krona:
http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/kronahead.jpg http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/krona.jpg


And a old Schick plastic blade container that I was forced to photograph before throwing it out:
http://s235.photobucket.com/albums/ee70/K_Mommy0407/schickblandes.jpg

And the slim adjustable is up there in Jesse's post. (And yes, Jesse, that was exactly the problem with the url. Thanks).)

:thumbup:

[soapbox]

:idea:




[owner@localhost ~]$ man -k soap_plodder
soap_plodder: nothing appropriate


:confused:

But sounds really exciting otherwise!


Holy cow, a plodder?

Anybody know what that is? :001_huh:

:lol: Ooops, sorry. It's sort of an extruder (no relation to Chad) machine, that takes soap and squeezes it really hard into a "billet" or "blank" shape. Here's (http://www.sigmaus.com/plodders/simulation.html) a good tutorial. They'll use it for, among other things, making shave sticks from larger blocks of soap; and, ultimately, it'll be paired with a mill,* so they can manufacture unscented soap and add the essential oils after the soap has reacted and cured -- that way none of the essential oils are affected during the saponification or curing. Plus, it makes manufacturing much easier. :thumbup:


Well, Jesse, I'll say this. I am not a big spender and still have lots of stuff to try. But GMS is still my favourite. With the proper scents, you have a long-term customer here. I am sure that doesn't make you feel any better, but I tried. :001_rolle

I'm glad the soap is treating you so well! They're trying to make the best shave soap possible. And if that's close to true, the customers will come for the soap. Heh, that said -- every customer counts. I don't think the B&B legions will be able to amortize the costs of development and new equipment right away, but that's okay -- the B&B customer base counts for a lot. They've got their sights on several retail outlets too, of course.


And the slim adjustable is up there in Jesse's post. (And yes, Jesse, that was exactly the problem with the url. Thanks).)

Happy to help! :thumbup1:



*The eagle-eyed among you will note that this means GMSC will be making "milled soap" at some point in the future.

[blackfoot]

:lol: Ooops, sorry. It's sort of an extruder (no relation to Chad) machine, that takes soap and squeezes it really hard into a "billet" or "blank" shape. Here's (http://www.sigmaus.com/plodders/simulation.html) a good tutorial. They'll use it for, among other things, making shave sticks from larger blocks of soap; and, ultimately, it'll be paired with a mill,* so they can manufacture unscented soap and add the essential oils after the soap has reacted and cured -- that way none of the essential oils are affected during the saponification or curing. Plus, it makes manufacturing much easier. :thumbup:



I'm glad the soap is treating you so well! They're trying to make the best shave soap possible. And if that's close to true, the customers will come for the soap. Heh, that said -- every customer counts. I don't think the B&B legions will be able to amortize the costs of development and new equipment right away, but that's okay -- the B&B customer base B&B counts for a lot. They've got their sights on several retail outlets too, of course.



Happy to help! :thumbup1:



*The eagle-eyed among you will note that this means GMSC will be making "milled soap" at some point in the future.

Sticks and milled? This is getting better and better! :thumbup:

[RichGem]

:lol: Ooops, sorry. It's sort of an extruder (no relation to Chad) machine, that takes soap and squeezes it really hard into a "billet" or "blank" shape. Here's (http://www.sigmaus.com/plodders/simulation.html) a good tutorial. They'll use it for, among other things, making shave sticks from larger blocks of soap; and, ultimately, it'll be paired with a mill,* so they can manufacture unscented soap and add the essential oils after the soap has reacted and cured -- that way none of the essential oils are affected during the saponification or curing. Plus, it makes manufacturing much easier. :thumbup:



*The eagle-eyed among you will note that this means GMSC will be making "milled soap" at some point in the future.

*ahem* and shave sticks. (one more thing for the Col.'s "to do" list.) :thumbup:

[blackfoot]

:cursing:

I have been sitting here bored all day. Yesterday, I went to bed at around 2 because I was bored, no because I was sleepy. I thought, oh good, today is Friday. Mrs. Blackfoot should be getting home a little earlier than normal. Maybe we can watch a movie or something. I don't do that very often.

Well, she just called. Yes, she will be getting home a little early. However, she is only going to be stopping by for a few minutes. Tonight is the Bi-monthly gathering of sisters from our congregation to play games. Some times some of the 'widowed' husbands get together while their wives play. Even if they are planning to, I am sick and can't go out. This blows!