Wow! Love boxers. Such a handsome breed.
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Maddie was large for a female, about 75 pounds of pure muscle. We went on daily very long walks, so she was in very good shape. I was around German Shepards (sentry dogs) in the military and Maddie was as strong as 100 pound GS's. They say if dogs had a football team, boxers would be the linebackers.
I did so much termite work and inspections for 20 years in that area. I bet we've met. I did all of Kenny Senn's work and several other large builders. I mention Kenny as I bet you've heard of him. Also, though I didn't work at that office I was there a lot. When I sold work in that area I had to take the contracts to that office to get the work completed. (Wasn't nearly as computer friendly as it is now. Also did work for Lyle Weatherholt if that rings any bells. He built and owned tons of apartments in Jefferson and Bullitt county's. (It has been plenty long enough to where I can name the names without causing any compromising situations or I'd never...)
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I like science. Science interests me. I spend some of my time simply observing patterns in nature and life. Yet some observations I have yet to truly understand. Maybe y'all can help me.
Please explain the phenomenon that occurs when someone drives 25-35 in a 55 mph zone, then drives 45 in a 35 mph zone, drives 35 in a 55 again, and then drives 40 in a 25 mph zone... Keep in mind that there is usually a line of cars stacked up behind the person in the 55 mph zones.
Thank you for your assistance.
Please explain the phenomenon that occurs when someone drives 25-35 in a 55 mph zone, then drives 45 in a 35 mph zone, drives 35 in a 55 again, and then drives 40 in a 25 mph zone... Keep in mind that there is usually a line of cars stacked up behind the person in the 55 mph zones.
Thank you for your assistance.
I can go into similar nuances blowing bubbles as I have become an expert in the last month or so. My Grandson learned the letter B and that is what he has associated with that letter. He and I are into the several nuances of blowing bubbles with a three holed wand... We have a blast. He likes to pop them just as they leave the wand. Then he likes to swat the small ones or let them land on his hands.. The rapid fire bubbles hitting his face he likes some times but not all the time. Man the bubble story's I could tell...
While I'm on that subject
I was driving on new circle in Lexington when I saw a woman in a van go flying into the median and nearly run into a bridge abutment. Everyone on circle 4 stopped and let her get back up onto the road. She then proceeded to drive 50mph in the left lane of the highway, refusing to get over into the right lane.
Eventually I passed her, like most people did. I had no one right behind me so I slowed down to glance over at her. She was either recording a video of herself or having the most animated phone call I've seen a person have while driving in rush hour traffic.
My question is this.
Did the near accident "happen to her" or did she cause it to happen, and why wouldn't she stop doing what clearly had something to do with nearly killing herself and possibly someone else?
I was driving on new circle in Lexington when I saw a woman in a van go flying into the median and nearly run into a bridge abutment. Everyone on circle 4 stopped and let her get back up onto the road. She then proceeded to drive 50mph in the left lane of the highway, refusing to get over into the right lane.
Eventually I passed her, like most people did. I had no one right behind me so I slowed down to glance over at her. She was either recording a video of herself or having the most animated phone call I've seen a person have while driving in rush hour traffic.
My question is this.
Did the near accident "happen to her" or did she cause it to happen, and why wouldn't she stop doing what clearly had something to do with nearly killing herself and possibly someone else?
I have a little more time now and like to talk about boxers. The father of all boxers was an English Bulldog named Old Tom (if memory serve) and the maternal side was from a now extinct breed called a Bullenbieser. They were looking for a better breed to use in the bull baiting ring. Before it was outlawed, they would put a bull in a ring with dogs and bet on which one would take the bull down. The winning dog would grab the bull by the nose and hold on till the bull went to it's knees. Boxers were so good that they saw no benefit in breeding Bullenbiesers and they went extinct.
A dog that was afraid was of no value, so it was not bred. A dog that was to slow or to weak or not smart enough died in the bull ring, so boxers come from a sturdy stock. Like people, individual dogs have different personalities, but generally boxers are quiet dogs. In WW1 and WW2, boxers were used to hunt snipers and black marketeers. German Sheps were used for guard dogs because they wanted a loud dog to put fear in potential escapees. They wanted boxers as a quieter option to sneak up on and attack snipers. A sixty pound boxer can take a 1200 pound horse off it's feet.
Adding one more thing, in the wars, Boxers were drafted into the German army. If your boxer had pups, the German army got the pick of the litter.
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Good evening!
Slept in late today because when I first got up it was a winter wonderland outside. Got together with a friend and went to a gun range to sight in our AR15's. It didn't go as expected. Neither of us thought to take eye protection and had to buy some. My bullets were illegal so I had to buy a box of 20 for $23. When we got on the range we found out we didn't have a tool to adjust his sight and my red dot sight was not working. Probably due to a dead battery.
We didn't shoot a single shot. Got my money back for the ammo and they gave us a raincheck on our range time. Next time we'll take pistols.
Speaking of pistols, I have a revolver my father had since I was a little kid. It is a German made 22 and was manufactured in 1967. I looked tonight and the cylinder is the one for 22 magnum. I have no idea what happened to the LR cylinder.
I believe it is one of the guns that was outlawed by the gun law of 1968. It was declared to be a "saturday night special" and illegal for further importation.
Slept in late today because when I first got up it was a winter wonderland outside. Got together with a friend and went to a gun range to sight in our AR15's. It didn't go as expected. Neither of us thought to take eye protection and had to buy some. My bullets were illegal so I had to buy a box of 20 for $23. When we got on the range we found out we didn't have a tool to adjust his sight and my red dot sight was not working. Probably due to a dead battery.
We didn't shoot a single shot. Got my money back for the ammo and they gave us a raincheck on our range time. Next time we'll take pistols.
Speaking of pistols, I have a revolver my father had since I was a little kid. It is a German made 22 and was manufactured in 1967. I looked tonight and the cylinder is the one for 22 magnum. I have no idea what happened to the LR cylinder.
I believe it is one of the guns that was outlawed by the gun law of 1968. It was declared to be a "saturday night special" and illegal for further importation.
He was Earnest P. Worrell's buddy
Yeah, he was my buddie. He died getting his knees operated on. Vet still charged me $1200.00. Got rid of that Vet. Jake was my road dog. Loved to go with me when he could. Used to grab him, flip him upside down and carry him on my shoulders and he would just lay there completely trusting that I would not drop him. He loved it.
I have just got back from softball practice tonight and a bit sore. I did a lot of running in the outfield shagging fly balls during batting practice. I dove for one and got it but, think I bruised an upper rib. A little sore there so I will see how it feels in the morning. Generally I pitch but, I wanted to get some running in. Have another practice tomorrow night with D West Nationals on Saturday starting at 0900 in OKC at the Softball Hall Of Fame fields.
The college from which I received a 75k degree still owes me thousands of dollars and yet asks for money every year. No matter where I go and how many times I move they always find me. Even when my ex-wife and a couple stalkers couldn't, they did.
Even when the revenuers were mailing notices to addresses at which I hadn't lived in years, trying to collect money from me for penalties due them from my ex's fraudulent tax returns, the university knew exactly where I was. Never did send me a check any of the times I reminded them why they wouldn't get anything from me except denigration and the harsh words they'd earned from me. When I look back now, I can see the "wokeness" they displayed way back then. Just like the party I shall not mention, any minority who went against the affirmative action/wokeness grain was trampled under.
An african american friend of mine was threatened with expulsion for speaking out against "the racism of the black fraternal system" among other things that rocked the boat back then. Tried to start a committee for equality and get funding from the school for it. If only us non-blacks had stepped up more and backed him back then, maybe there would be equality by now.
That is an awesome image of him on your shoulders
RAX!!Good morning from Shawanee, TN. Currently 37°F and cloudy. Warming to 47°F later. Freeze warning tonight with a chance for snow.
I might ride out to Harlan later today. Plan on hitting up Rax and visiting downtown for pictures. May run into a few folks I know. Enjoying myself so far.
Wishing happiness and health for all our fellow D-League members.
Loved that place back in the 80s! Thought they were Xtinct. They kicked arby's asks back in the day then just disappeared seemingly all at once from where I lived back then.
Where can I find such luxuries?! The arby's around Lexington can't seem to slice their single slice of beef for the big beef and cheddar thin enough. I have to order 3 of three without cheese and buns so I can show them what the sandwiches are supposed to look like. (Based on their ads and THE PHOTOS IN THE RESTAURANTS!)
Miss me some Rax!!
Have you ever gone to the store for an ice cream sale, bought 3 big containers of the usually most expensive frozen deliciousness and then left it sitting next to the freezer in the basement for 24 hours when you got home?
@%÷$&>@:#%@ me neither as far as my wife knows
I can go into similar nuances blowing bubbles as I have become an expert in the last month or so. My Grandson learned the letter B and that is what he has associated with that letter. He and I are into the several nuances of blowing bubbles with a three holed wand... We have a blast. He likes to pop them just as they leave the wand. Then he likes to swat the small ones or let them land on his hands.. The rapid fire bubbles hitting his face he likes some times but not all the time. Man the bubble story's I could tell...
Lmao! Awesome
Funny. I hate running but could shag fly balls or punts all day. I think I'm a labrador
Lady cats softball beats U6 6-5 ... 9 innings.....WTG ladies!!
I still think he has to eat all the snow too...(Before it melts..)
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Got a cat and for some reason she climbs up to sit on the shoulders. Take off walking and she stays right there.
Heed the Zappa advice about the yellow snow.
If I lived in Germany I would learn to sprinkle the dutch.
We had a border collie/chow mix who killed a raccoon one time. At least.
I'm going to Montana soon, gonna be a dental floss tycoon.
Good Morning and a Great Day to you all; May this day bring you new challenges that will open doors for you going forward. May God give you a peace beyond all understanding. May you feel the touch of the Lord today. In his house are many Mansions. Have a great day and a better tomorrow! God Bless you all...
Anybody remember when Arby's first started (mid-60s around here since they were started in Ohio) where they would have a HUGE side of beef behind the counter....would hand cut it....put the cuttings on a scale so each sandwich was the same? And, back then the sandwiches were good size .... not like today.
Remember Rax roast beef? originally started in ohio as Jax. was once a large chain and now i think there are fewer than ten. was one in my town for a few years.
Good morning! 33° here today and that's ok because it's supposed to get up to a blistering 56° later.
Headed to the clubhouse soon to figure out scores. We've got someone who we believe is turning in bogus scores for the game. Last week she turned in a 70 that made us all raise an eyebrow. This week she has turned in a 67. I don't know what to do about it yet. I've got people in my ear but I can't just accuse her of cheating and throw out the score without any evidence, other than the fact that I know someone who can't drive, chip, and putt with any consistency does not shoot a 67.
Last year I was cruising ebay looking at golf equipment and came across a full set of Mizuno MP-14 irons. 1-Pw. I think they were a buck twenty. They were just the heads though and I was going to have them shafted. I already have the same set that I play with right now but mine are worn and tattered compared to these. Thinking about pulling the trigger on getting them game ready later on today.
Beautiful clubs with a sweet spot the size of a dime. I play just as good or better with these as I do with cavity backs.
Thank you for joining us for morning golf chat with Bertfan!
Headed to the clubhouse soon to figure out scores. We've got someone who we believe is turning in bogus scores for the game. Last week she turned in a 70 that made us all raise an eyebrow. This week she has turned in a 67. I don't know what to do about it yet. I've got people in my ear but I can't just accuse her of cheating and throw out the score without any evidence, other than the fact that I know someone who can't drive, chip, and putt with any consistency does not shoot a 67.
Last year I was cruising ebay looking at golf equipment and came across a full set of Mizuno MP-14 irons. 1-Pw. I think they were a buck twenty. They were just the heads though and I was going to have them shafted. I already have the same set that I play with right now but mine are worn and tattered compared to these. Thinking about pulling the trigger on getting them game ready later on today.
Beautiful clubs with a sweet spot the size of a dime. I play just as good or better with these as I do with cavity backs.
Thank you for joining us for morning golf chat with Bertfan!
They mid 60"s was a great period for fast food restaurants other than the burger boys. KFC became a world wide product, we had Lum's, Ollie's Trolley, Long John Silvers, etc etc etc all come on the national scene and it changed America's eating habits.
Rax is no longer in my area but once had restaurants everywhere. Arby's has changed over the years and I think it is not near as good as when it first started.
Another product that changed and one I do not buy anymore is KFC. In the 60's nobody did it better than KFC. Maybe my taste changed.
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The first Kentucky Fried Chicken opened in Salt Lake City, Utah in 1952.
About 12-15 years ago coming back from a trip to ?...Georgia or the Smokies...I stopped off at the KFC in Corbin....the location of where Col. Sanders started (his motel and restaurant I believe). The Mrs had never been there and didn't know about it. Maybe it was just me, but she agreed, the portions were much bigger and I thought the food tasted much better than the normal KFC locations. Maybe they just try harder because of the history there.
Good morning, D League. I'm back after a short hiatus. Very dear friend is near death in NC, from a heart attack and I have been there and then bummed out when I returned. Prayer is my only outlet and his only hope. Bertfan, in regard to your lady who is shaving strokes, just make sure she is handicapped, accordingly. She may win the first couple, but the lower posted scores will catch up with her. Then, she would have to post 65's to win, and then, you can call her on it. Sawnee, when you mentioned the fast food restaurants of the 60's, it is ironic that John Y Brown was involved with KFC, Lum's, and Ollie's Trolley. Looks like Antigua is returning to the Old Ky Home. Everyone have a blessed day.
We ate there when we went to the state Little League tournament that was held there, 2-3 years ago. I like the old kitchen setup from that period.
Good morning! 33° here today and that's ok because it's supposed to get up to a blistering 56° later.
Headed to the clubhouse soon to figure out scores. We've got someone who we believe is turning in bogus scores for the game. Last week she turned in a 70 that made us all raise an eyebrow. This week she has turned in a 67. I don't know what to do about it yet. I've got people in my ear but I can't just accuse her of cheating and throw out the score without any evidence, other than the fact that I know someone who can't drive, chip, and putt with any consistency does not shoot a 67.
Last year I was cruising ebay looking at golf equipment and came across a full set of Mizuno MP-14 irons. 1-Pw. I think they were a buck twenty. They were just the heads though and I was going to have them shafted. I already have the same set that I play with right now but mine are worn and tattered compared to these. Thinking about pulling the trigger on getting them game ready later on today.
Beautiful clubs with a sweet spot the size of a dime. I play just as good or better with these as I do with cavity backs.
Thank you for joining us for morning golf chat with Bertfan!
I have a set of early 60's Haig Ultras. I will show them to you when you come for golf.
Sorry to hear about your friend. Prayers sent.
The Colonel and wife built a southern cuisine restaurant originally called The Colonel's Lady in Shelbyville, now it's Claudia Sanders Restaurant. It was a great place to eat before it burned to the ground the day after Mother's Day 1999. It's since been rebuilt but the reviews are mixed. I haven't eaten at the new building but my wife has and she says it's not the same. Others disagree.
Once when I was little, we were at Lake Cumberland (Dad owned property and a cabin there). We heard from friends and relatives of a great place to eat that had the best fried chicken. We drove over to Corbin to the Colonels. Who knows, maybe I met him as a youngster.
Welcome back Ben and prayers extended to you during this period. I have had to say good-bye to so many friends lately and it is never easy.
My dad worked for KFC after the Colonel sold it. He started in 1964. John Y Brown and dad both had been with the Encyclopedia Britannica, John Y offered him a position with the company that involved establishing locations for potential franchises and work with the franchise owner to set up and train personnel to run the stores per KFC standards. This took him all over the country. One franchise was in Anchorage, Alaska and the Gov of Kentucky asked dad to take a "Kentucky Colonel" to the Alaska Gov. when they had the ribbon cutting for the restaurant. Dad also worked with the Colonel in quality control which was a huge thing for the Colonel. Colonel Sanders was a tough, strict and crusty old man. He got religion in his last years and mellowed a little. But in his prime he was tough and demanded the best from every employee.
John Y left KFC and bought Lum's and dad went with him. Lums never got to the level of KFC. Another franchise they set up was Ollie's Trolleys. They cook their hamburgers so it would be pink in the middle. Dad told John Y that would never fly because very few people like pink in the middle of hamburgers so get ready for that. But I really liked Ollie's and wished it had stayed strong. Tough business
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Remember Lums but not Ollie's Trolley. Kind of remember the name but I'm sure I never ate there.
Speaking of 'fast food' which use to mean inexpensive/cheap....saw a commercial for Long John's yesterday advertising a couple of their meals for $10. Who would have thunk it? I can remember McD commercials....burger, fries and a coke and get change back from a $1.
Speaking of 'fast food' which use to mean inexpensive/cheap....saw a commercial for Long John's yesterday advertising a couple of their meals for $10. Who would have thunk it? I can remember McD commercials....burger, fries and a coke and get change back from a $1.
No we had them in Florida. There was one just down the road from us in Clearwater on Highland Ave. My wife took the kids there frequently. When my daughter was very small, she was sitting in one of their high chairs and threw a small milk shake across the room and hit a man on the back of the head. I was not there but every time I heard Burger Chef that thought flashes across my mind.Remember these? Or were they just a Midwest chain?
OMG is all I can say.
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