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[bertfan31]

There are too many people on rafters who think Cal ran off Juzang when the truth is he wanted to be back home. His own words were he likes being home so he can eat meals with his family and do his laundry there. I bet his mama does his laundry, but still the same principle. He played 12 minutes per game while he was here and the guys he was playing behind went NBA. Not everything is Cal's fault.

 

[Sawnee Cat]

 

[OHIO COLONEL]

Not even watching the tourney this year

Nope.

After the UNC fiasco I stopped watching any games that didn't include UK........now it seems like I don't even really want to watch their games........the officiating and butt kissing they do with the cheaters has squashed it for me.......hopefully a summer of other things will bring back the desire to watch the game......IMHO dirty money has over taken the game.......no one can convince me that Vegas prognosticators can predict an inept official making two or three bad calls at the end of a game...........almost every game.......if they are this good with analytics why aren't they picking lottery numbers........it is as fixed as wrestling......

And I will make it four.

Cloudy in the low 40s. High for the day will be only a few degrees from here.
Not much going on.
Good Hump Day to all.

 

[catfaninsc]

Morning D. Salutations from the shanty.

Little surprised with the UCLA win over Mich. Mich could not hit the broad side of a barn. Horrible shooting night. Bad game for it but it only takes one. Zags dismantled USC continuing their quest for the records book. They Are impressive.

More coffee..........................................................................

 

[MdWIldcat55]

Good morning D-League. Out on my hike.

I was a bit aggravated to wake up and find UCLA had won. I should have known that the ENTIRE Big Ten would flame out before the Final Four.

That entire conference, stretching from the slums of New Jersey to the cornfields of Nebraska, has won one championship after 1989. Think of that. Fewer than Florida. The same as Arkansas, and soon maybe Baylor or Gonzaga or Houston.

 

[Sawnee Cat]

Good morning D League

Our current temperature is 70° with winds SE at 3 mph and humidity 91%. Partly cloudy with a a UV Index of 2 of 10 and our high will hit 80. It is shaping up to be another nice day this Easter Week.

I watched the games last night and really enjoyed them. I found myself pulling for UCLA of all teams and I just sat back and enjoyed Gonzaga. I love to watch them play. Never any doubt they were going to steam roll their opponent. Until the tournament I had not seen them play but now that I have, I must admit they sure are fun to watch. They take the ball and go. Just like my Rupps Runts. I would love to see them go 32-0 and take the big trophy back to their little university somewhere out yonder.

And Johnny Juzang, what can you say about him. He must have had half of UCLA's points. I am glad to see him doing good in front of his family and friends. Seems like a nice kid.

Interesting Fact: This is the first NCAA Final Four that will not have a single team from East of the Mississippi. Not a single one. Who would have thought?

 

[UK82]

Fun fact, for me at least, this is the first Final Four without a team east of the Mississippi.

 

[UK82]

Good morning D League

Our current temperature is 70° with winds SE at 3 mph and humidity 91%. Partly cloudy with a a UV Index of 2 of 10 and our high will hit 80. It is shaping up to be another nice day this Easter Week.

I watched the games last night and really enjoyed them. I found myself pulling for UCLA of all teams and I just sat back and enjoyed Gonzaga. I love to watch them play. Never any doubt they were going to steam roll their opponent. Until the tournament I had not seen them play but now that I have, I must admit they sure are fun to watch. They take the ball and go. Just like my Rupps Runts. I would love to see them go 32-0 and take the big trophy back to their little university somewhere out yonder.

And Johnny Juzang, what can you say about him. He must have had half of UCLA's points. I am glad to see him doing good in front of his family and friends. Seems like a nice kid.

Interesting Fact: This is the first NCAA Final Four that will not have a single team from East of the Mississippi. Not a single one. Who would have thought?

Beat me by 3 minutes. I'm a slow typer.

 

[Sawnee Cat]

I don't watch or listen to the news but I do listen to our little small town radio station in the morning as I do my computer stuff for a few hours, eat my grits and eggs and drink my coffee.

Today there has been nothing but good news. Locally. Florida was one of very few states to not shut down and of course the governor was blasted by the national media. They said our governor was killing people, nothing could be further from the truth but politics is politics. But now it is paying off big time. Our schools were not shut down and the students are doing well. Our unemployment rate is in the 4% range, by the end of the summer it is projected to be in the 3% range. The state has a huge surplus and the budget is going to be cut drastically to reflect that. So that means fewer taxes and more money in our pocket.

I love my governor. The man took the bullets and just did what he thought was best for the state. And now we see the results of strong leadership. Elections have consequences

 

[AustinTXCat]

In 2010 I had a grandson that was at Addenbrooks Hosp in Cambridge, England....(3K+ beds)......someone has to live with the patient if they are to get any care....(socialized medicine)......it was my call to duty..........they have what I would call a mall on the first floor...........there was a little place in the food court called the Jacket Shop.......only thing they sold was baked potatoes and about a million things to put on them........it was the only thing that tasted familiar when I first stayed there.......also since I am not rich it was a inexpensive meal.......I ate there almost every day that I was at that hospital.........that is where I found out that blood pudding on a baked potato with a little white cheddar is gosh darn good........

Some foods over there are interesting. My first visit happened in 1984. Baked beans with sausage and eggs for breakfast required a little patience at first. Loved the sponge pudding, which our local grocery store now carries.

 

[UK_fan_41102]

And I will make it four.

Cloudy in the low 40s. High for the day will be only a few degrees from here.
Not much going on.
Good Hump Day to all.

Make it 5 now.

 

[UK_fan_41102]

Good morning D-League. It's currently 55° and cloudy, with a high of 56° expected today. Tomorrow's high is only going to be 41°, with a low of 24°.

Everyone stay safe out there today.

 

[blubo]

Some foods over there are interesting. My first visit happened in 1984. Baked beans with sausage and eggs for breakfast required a little patience at first. Loved the sponge pudding, which our local grocery store now carries.

“Fags” are popular too i hear.

******s are meatballs made from minced off-cuts and offal, especially pork (traditionally pig's heart, liver, and fatty belly meat or bacon) together with herbs for flavouring and sometimes added bread crumbs. It is a traditional dish in the United Kingdom, especially South and Mid Wales and the English Midlands.

*For some reason the word gets edited out when i post? 🙄
just think stoggaf backwards.

 

[Sawnee Cat]

Speaking of food, the D League is the best source of news. Now for my question. Do any of you have and use an Air Fryer? My wife brought one home a few weeks ago and I had never heard of such a thing. So I was skeptical. My idea of frying is a cast iron skillet with plenty of lard.

Well she cooked a few things with it and I was pleasantly surprised. It was not that bad. My favorite thing she fries in it is peanut butter and banana sandwiches.

Do you have any suggestions on food that work good in an air fryer.

 

[OHIO COLONEL]

Speaking of food, the D League is the best source of news. Now for my question. Do any of you have and use an Air Fryer? My wife brought one home a few weeks ago and I had never heard of such a thing. So I was skeptical. My idea of frying is a cast iron skillet with plenty of lard.

Well she cooked a few things with it and I was pleasantly surprised. It was not that bad. My favorite thing she fries in it is peanut butter and banana sandwiches.

Do you have any suggestions on food that work good in an air fryer.

We've had one for 6-7 years. Basically a small enclosed convection oven. Have to be a bit careful (at least with ours) in that things can burn. Food is somewhat close to the oven element. And the convection (fan) makes things cook faster than many of their recipes call for. We've got an induction oven as well as a convection countertop oven (think large toaster oven)....so we were kind of used to it.

What I really like is the Instant Pot. A little difficult to use until you get used to it. Only from the standpoint of what button/program to use when, to use natural or quick release, etc. Can saute, slow cook, or use as pressure cooker. Being a pressure cooker, we've cooked some things that are much better than other ways of cooking due to the moistness of the meat. Did some beef short ribs a few weeks ago and they were great.

And, being a pressure cooker.....it's fast.

 

[vhcat70]

Schoenling all night theatre. 🥳

4-5am was the best! Two sheets didn't do it justice. Three at least.

 

[vhcat70]

Now I'm nervous. UCLA! #11 seed. Final 4.

Mick is good. His dad Hep coached CovCath a number of years as well as at other schools.

 

[cordmaker]

Not even watching the tourney this year

Bkocats, did you get the number of the page for that recipe? 3881 or if you want me to I will post it again.

 

[cordmaker]

Good morning D!

Get ready to head to Owensboro to try a find those walking shoes, New Balance #? I wrote it down but can't find it.

I hope the D has a great day!!! Prayers!!!

 

[AustinTXCat]

“Fags” are popular too i hear.

******s are meatballs made from minced off-cuts and offal, especially pork (traditionally pig's heart, liver, and fatty belly meat or bacon) together with herbs for flavouring and sometimes added bread crumbs. It is a traditional dish in the United Kingdom, especially South and Mid Wales and the English Midlands.

*For some reason the word gets edited out when i post? 🙄
just think stoggaf backwards.

Indeed. One thing to remember is Brits are normally just as amused with our takes on the English language as we are about theirs. I always loved their usage of "torch" for common "flashlight" while we think of some caveman holding a burning stick.

 

[Bert Higginbotha]

Morning D. Salutations from the shanty.

Little surprised with the UCLA win over Mich. Mich could not hit the broad side of a barn. Horrible shooting night. Bad game for it but it only takes one. Zags dismantled USC continuing their quest for the records book. They Are impressive.

More coffee..........................................................................

Yeap. Michigan looked pretty average last night. I can't believe that a play-in 11 seed has made it to the final four.

 

[Ben101er]

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The above dates and posts I posted about a job interview. During my second interview, I blanked during a question I was asked. (I wondered why as I knew the answer well. It was a somewhat critical question. I never panic and this was not an occasion for pressure.) I did well otherwise. Hit a homer IMO except for when I blanked-out.

In any event:
(I found this out Thursday last week. My regular day off was this past Friday.)
I may have the chance to move to Florida. My job may allow this very soon. (I will actually be allowed to work from anywhere, even overseas.) Not finalized yet but further along than any of us knew until today.

God's ways are not our ways. I knew that already and could never imagine God's plan as he can make things happen that are unimaginable to my earthly mind.

I doubt we'd do anything until later this year but it was and is a desire my wife and I both have. (Moving to a better area for housing and to be nearer the ocean.)

My darling and I talked about it. I'd move to South Carolina where one of our homes is at and find another or build. The low- lying land is the drawback in my mind along with the minimal amenities of Asian style markets but they are there. (They don't call it the low country for nothing.)

I also have North Carolina in mind too just due to better changing seasons weather-wise but no family in the area.

Michigan is not an option now though many relatives there but weather....the snow....Nope. I will invite them to visit US...

Texas may not be a choice but considered the Galveston area but never lived there. No desire for San Antonio again though we still own a home there and am considering another one. No ocean...

Florida is a real possibility as my son lives there and one daughter likes it and one daughter may. Not sure of the best area in Florida.

Thought about Tampa, Destin, Panama City, and possibly Pensacola, or Jacksonville. I will have to do research and am in no rush but I'd need an area with a decent area for Asian type markets as my wife and I enjoy eating that way. (A decent Korean population.)

I know a couple of you know Florida and other areas. I don't converse with many but you all are a haven I enjoy and cherish.

I am blessed beyond measure. I didn't get that job I had a second interview a couple weeks ago BUT, I will state again, No MAN can take away from me what God has in store for me. This actually just transpired today. (I started writing this Thursday.)

My desire in applying for another job was location. It was never about the money. I like the job I do but I feel if I don't try to get a better job I am not doing due diligence as a provider and exceling.(I can do that in other ways too.)

My plan was to retire as soon as possible but if this works I can work longer where we decide to retire. I have this in mind as a last move but who knows.... To God be the glory, his ways are not our ways. Trust in the Lord and lean not to your own understanding. I know this and continually this is confirmed in my life. Amazing to me how this happens but not surprising!

I cannot tell you how many times God has provided for me EXACTLY on time and NEVER late. Thanks for reading in any event. I know this was a book but I condensed my feelings.

Who knows what tomorrow holds. I am thankful! I had to declare my blessings and give God the praise. Thank you for allowing me to indulge.

I have a good friend who bought a condo in Destin, this past year. They really like it.

 

[Bert Higginbotha]

Speaking of food, the D League is the best source of news. Now for my question. Do any of you have and use an Air Fryer? My wife brought one home a few weeks ago and I had never heard of such a thing. So I was skeptical. My idea of frying is a cast iron skillet with plenty of lard.

Well she cooked a few things with it and I was pleasantly surprised. It was not that bad. My favorite thing she fries in it is peanut butter and banana sandwiches.

Do you have any suggestions on food that work good in an air fryer.

We have had one for a few years. It is wonderful, I think.

 

[Ben101er]

Well, I just returned from the ophthalmologist. I really hate going there, and feel like they are overpaid for what they do. After all, they saw I had to put readers on to fill out the forms.

 

[warrior-cat]

Fun fact, for me at least, this is the first Final Four without a team east of the Mississippi.

Wow, Vu jade.

 

[BBUK]

I don't watch or listen to the news but I do listen to our little small town radio station in the morning as I do my computer stuff for a few hours, eat my grits and eggs and drink my coffee.

Today there has been nothing but good news. Locally. Florida was one of very few states to not shut down and of course the governor was blasted by the national media. They said our governor was killing people, nothing could be further from the truth but politics is politics. But now it is paying off big time. Our schools were not shut down and the students are doing well. Our unemployment rate is in the 4% range, by the end of the summer it is projected to be in the 3% range. The state has a huge surplus and the budget is going to be cut drastically to reflect that. So that means fewer taxes and more money in our pocket.

I love my governor. The man took the bullets and just did what he thought was best for the state. And now we see the results of strong leadership. Elections have consequences

In serious contemplation of where to move in Florida.

Oh, May God guide you to where you are needed today. May your actions impact others positively. Through you, may God give others hope. God Bless you...

 

[warrior-cat]

Some foods over there are interesting. My first visit happened in 1984. Baked beans with sausage and eggs for breakfast required a little patience at first. Loved the sponge pudding, which our local grocery store now carries.

Must be multicultural.

 

[OHIO COLONEL]

I have a good friend who bought a condo in Destin, this past year. They really like it.

I remember when Destin was a quiet little fishing village. Not a lot there.

 

[OHIO COLONEL]

Indeed. One thing to remember is Brits are normally just as amused with our takes on the English language as we are about theirs. I always loved their usage of "torch" for common "flashlight" while we think of some caveman holding a burning stick.

When the Mrs first got hooked on watching streaming British shows we would sit there trying to figure out at times what meant what. 'Torch' was one of them. 'Boot' was another....their name for our commonly known 'trunk' of a car.

 

[BBUK]

Speaking of food, the D League is the best source of news. Now for my question. Do any of you have and use an Air Fryer? My wife brought one home a few weeks ago and I had never heard of such a thing. So I was skeptical. My idea of frying is a cast iron skillet with plenty of lard.

Well she cooked a few things with it and I was pleasantly surprised. It was not that bad. My favorite thing she fries in it is peanut butter and banana sandwiches.

Do you have any suggestions on food that work good in an air fryer.

Try re-fried, air-fried french fries. if you get an order of fries from mcdonalds (I rarely eat fast food but...) throw the un-eaten in the fridge. later when you want, put those fries in your air-fryer. makes the fries crisper and crunchier and actually evaporates some of the grease too... I like them.

 

[Bert Higginbotha]

It is 47.5°F but the temp is dropping tonight to a frosty 33°. Beginning around midnight we got 1.20 inches of rain dumped in two hours.

I suppose there is spring like weather next week. We can all hope so. My allergies are telling me a different story. Thing are having sex outside like a roman orgy.

 

[vhcat70]

Indeed. One thing to remember is Brits are normally just as amused with our takes on the English language as we are about theirs. I always loved their usage of "torch" for common "flashlight" while we think of some caveman holding a burning stick.

Lived there for 6 months in late-90's. Some of my favoUrite takes of their usage:
- Everything was brilliant. We'd say cool, neat, great.
- "Come to grief" where we'd say it's a dangerous/hazardous place/intersection/etc.
- "Mind you head" where we'd say watch your head. How do watch your head?
- Porridge for oatmeal, aubergine for eggplant.

 

[Bert Higginbotha]

When the Mrs first got hooked on watching streaming British shows we would sit there trying to figure out at times what meant what. 'Torch' was one of them. 'Boot' was another....their name for our commonly known 'trunk' of a car.

Same here. I love the UK culture and I really enjoyed the show "Escape to the Country". Those old houses are so different than ours.

 

[vhcat70]

Well, I just returned from the ophthalmologist. I really hate going there, and feel like they are overpaid for what they do. After all, they saw I had to put readers on to fill out the forms.

Ever have to take the field of vision test with the little white dots as a test for glaucoma? Pain in the neck.

 

[vhcat70]

Same here. I love the UK culture and I really enjoyed the show "Escape to the Country". Those old houses are so different than ours.

DW came over a couple of times & we made 10-14 days drives around England & Scotland. Really enjoyed. The Roman baths at Bath (duh) were quite interesting, particularly for DW. Her dad slept around the baths with his field medical unit for a few weeks waiting for the Normandy Invasion.

 

[BBUK]

Must be multicultural.

Maybe ambidextrous too... (could be...)

 

[Catman100]

In serious contemplation of where to move in Florida.

Oh, May God guide you to where you are needed today. May your actions impact others positively. Through you may God give others hope. God Bless you...

Just got back from Florida looking at condos with a buddy. We were all over Ft. Myers, Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte and Venice. Used and new construction all over the place between $150-$250k. Was not ready to pull the trigger but lots of stuff down there. I believe I liked Port Charlotte and Venice more than the other two. Can fly into Ft. Myers or Punta Gorda.

 

[AustinTXCat]

Lived there for 6 months in late-90's. Some of my favoUrite takes of their usage:
- Everything was brilliant. We'd say cool, neat, great.
- "Come to grief" where we'd say it's a dangerous/hazardous place/intersection/etc.
- "Mind you head" where we'd say watch your head. How do watch your head?
- Porridge for oatmeal, aubergine for eggplant.

I also like "mind the gap" when a subway train comes in.

 

[Sawnee Cat]

When the Mrs first got hooked on watching streaming British shows we would sit there trying to figure out at times what meant what. 'Torch' was one of them. 'Boot' was another....their name for our commonly known 'trunk' of a car.

We are hooked on Brit Box. They have great family shows especially if you like murder mysteries. I am still amazed at law enforcement running around unarmed and actually talking murders into giving up and dropping their knife or gun. Amazing. Try that in Chicago.

Speaking of speech. As a child I lived in Eastern North Carolina (Goldsboro area) and the natives, especially farmers, used the term "boot" for the trunk of the car and also "bonnet" for the hood. They also cooked their food in the Old English way with heavy use of apple vinegar. Their BBQ sauce had vinegar, no ketchup, but hot red peppers. It became my favorite.

Eastern North Carolina has deep English roots compared to Western North Carolina which has Scot-Irish roots. Same state but a big culture difference.

 

[OHIO COLONEL]

Same here. I love the UK culture and I really enjoyed the show "Escape to the Country". Those old houses are so different than ours.

Every time we watch those shows I wonder, does England have subdivisions like we do? Only thing I've seen close is more like housing projects/developments we have here that look like they were built in the 50s. Everything you see on British TV/movies is either a 300 year old thatch roofed country house of row houses in town.

And like you I love the UK culture, and how they embrace it and their history. Many British shows/movies of their history, 'period pieces'. Here in the US we don't do that. Hard to find shows/movies of the early 1900s, etc. Don't know if 'cancel culture within the studios is to blame or not, but I would love to see some 'period pieces' of the U.S. made. Can't even find a good western anymore.