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[BBUK]

Doyle Givens
Sam Brown
Rick Ealy
Rodney & Mike Wilder
Lewis Lingar
The guy that owned the pawn shop in Mboro forever. I can't remember his name.

Did you know any Atkins or Estes

Remember the Catholic or Presbyterian church in Middlesboro? They put storm windows across all the stained glass on the steeple. I installed them. The fire department setup their long truck mounted ladder for me to be able to install the tallest parts the rest I did from a ladder.

I worked for Jim Barnes as his installer. (He made windows.)(I think he was a preacher too.)

Funny thing though on that job, I remember the window peaks were rounded. To get the storm windows to fit Jim cut bunched of slats in the frame so it could be molded. Then he caulked the seams with brown caulk. I told him then it looked shoddy but he said it was so high no one would notice. I did though...

I guess it worked though I thought it should have been welded(aluminum) and sanded. I was an adept welder at the time though in my teens I welded on box cars for two years in Michigan by that time... Just remembering...

One of his son's was Troy Barnes.

 

[warrior-cat]

My first gun was on my 8th birthday. A 410.

15 and it was a .22 caliber rifle. Squirrel, rabbit, dove, turtles, and anything I could see as long as it was stationary. I used to buy as many 100 count .22 long rifle shells I could afford and spent a lot of time learning how to shoot accurately. Used my stepfathers 30.06 as well but those rounds of course were more expensive so, shot less of those.

 

[berniecarbo]

My first gun was on my 8th birthday. A 410.

A 410 here also. I was always better with a shotgun or later something like an M-60 where the trail of bullets would lead you to the targets. At some bases we'd do a lot of harassment and interdiction, so lots of practice. With other weapons, just average. I'd never used a handgun till police school. We had to qualify with a S@W 38 police special. I did average right-handed, then they said qualify lefty. My first shot hit the ground about halfway to the target. Eventually I got average. Reckon I was a pretty average guy.

 

[BBUK]

A 410 here also. I was always better with a shotgun or later something like an M-60 where the trail of bullets would lead you to the targets. At some bases we'd do a lot of harassment and interdiction, so lots of practice. With other weapons, just average. I'd never used a handgun till police school. We had to qualify with a S@W 38 police special. I did average right-handed, then they said qualify lefty. My first shot hit the ground about halfway to the target. Eventually I got average. Reckon I was a pretty average guy.

Sir,

In the brief encounters I've read and have observed you are anything but "average"...

 

[BBUK]

Take a few minutes and listen to this, yeah, I am thankful ..

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[berniecarbo]

Take a few minutes and listen to this, yeah, I am thankful ..

The Inspirational Story of Ted Strong, Vietnam Veteran (Presented by Laurence Fishburne) | Once a 220-pound linebacker, Ted Strong returned from the Vietnam War wounded and emaciated, missing his right arm and left leg, but his fighting spirit... | B

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I watched the Ted Strong video,haven't had time for the second yet. Ted is an amazing man. We were set up by a retired vet at a craft show a couple of years ago. He had taken some serious injuries in Iraq and was in a hospital in Germany for a long time. He told me Trump had flown his family back and forth to visit him a couple of different times free of charge and Trump had done so for others. People like that gave infinitely more than me. KK sang Why me Lord, what have I ever done to deserve even one of the pleasures I have known. that song kept running through my head as I cut firewood today. Trust me, I'm very average.

 

[*CatinIL*]

My first gun was on my 8th birthday. A 410.

A .22 was the first gun I ever shot as a kid but we always had various guns in the house so I never really had a true "first" gun I guess.

 

[BBUK]

I watched the Ted Strong video,haven't had time for the second yet. Ted is an amazing man. We were set up by a retired vet at a craft show a couple of years ago. He had taken some serious injuries in Iraq and was in a hospital in Germany for a long time. He told me Trump had flown his family back and forth to visit him a couple of different times free of charge and Trump had done so for others. People like that gave infinitely more than me. KK sang Why me Lord, what have I ever done to deserve even one of the pleasures I have known. that song kept running through my head as I cut firewood today. Trust me, I'm very average.

Sir,

I will strive to be average as well. I will fail but I will try to attain your stature in my eyes. My brother (BIL) since I was about 9 or 10 was a Vietnam veteran and I KNOW I will never achieve his accomplishments God rest his soul. Just from how you have carried yourself here, I can state what I've stated. God Bless you Sir!

 

[BBUK]

A .22 was the first gun I ever shot as a kid but we always had various guns in the house so I never really had a true "first" gun I guess.

My grandpa gave me a 30-30. By a bad turn that rifle was sold. I never take too much stock in material possessions but I'd sure like to have been able to have kept that rifle. It was used and wasn't much to look at but that didn't matter.

My Dad also gave me a 4-10 same situation. The only thing I ever wanted back was the 30-30.

My Dad gave me a small pocket knife a long time ago. I treasured that knife but gave it to my older brother a few years ago on purpose. It was right to do and I am thankful...

 

[TheFrontRunner]

Cmon Cats....save the the season and take care of the Dirty Birds.

 

[warrior-cat]

Morning Legionnaires!

Raining this morning with temp in the mid 40's. High to be in the upper 40's so, not much movement. Rain expected off and on all day.

Yesterday late afternoon wife wanted to put together a cabinet set she bought online over a year ago. Been stored (boxed up) in the garage up against the wall. I told her we would probably only get one done, but she insisted we would get both. After getting the first one done, (taking a couple of hours) and then clearing the area she wanted it to be put (taking more time), she decided it would be best to wait until this morning to do the other one. That may or may not happen as her mother and brother are coming over (again) around noon and she will not be up until about 0900 or later (stayed up late with daughter) and will drink some coffee before moving about.

So much for decorating for Christmas today. That will have to happen tomorrow, maybe. In any sense, I told her last night that everything for me shuts down at 1330 so I can prepare for the game. She just shook her head and said: "Sports".

You guys relax out there (as much as you can with the game and all) and travelers be safe and God Bless.

Oh and yeah! IT'S GAME DAY!

 

[UK_fan_41102]

Good morning D-League. It's currently a chilly 29° and clear here in Eastern Kentucky. This afternoon will bring partly cloudy skies and a high of 58°.

Have a great day.

 

[AustinTXCat]

Doyle Givens
Sam Brown
Rick Ealy
Rodney & Mike Wilder
Lewis Lingar
The guy that owned the pawn shop in Mboro forever. I can't remember his name.

Ha ha, you talking about Ken? I purchased a few rifles and pistols from him years ago. Yeah, ha ha, small world.

 

[Bert Higginbotha]

Cloudy, frosty and an even 30.0° here climbing to 62° with a 40% chance of rain. We could used some rain.

Game day.

 

[AustinTXCat]

Good morning from Nolin Lake near Anneta, KY. Currently 33°F and foggy. Today's high expected around 61°F.

Game Day. Beat the Cards! Finish this season strong.

I drove straight out from Middlesboro area yesterday. Quick trip. Made the drive in under 4 hours.

Wishing happiness and health for all our fellow D-League members.

 

[storm1507]

Ha ha, you talking about Ken? I purchased a few rifles and pistols from him years ago. Yeah, ha ha, small world.

O Conner. Yep, I think that's the last name once you mentioned the first. I bought a few guns there myself.

 

[BBUK]

Good morning...moving slow this morning. The BB slept with grandpa until about 6am...the boy wollared around all night. Not normal for him...

 

[cordmaker]

Good morning, D, read Galatians 3 this morning.

I have enjoyed your talk about your first guns, my first one was a Fox double barrel 20, 2 triggers, left was modified, back trigger, right barrel full choke, front trigger. I lost it when had a boating accident on the Green River in 1967, lost my baby brother that day, barge swamped our boat. Other guns most of them are Remington 243, 20 auto, 222 and a 22 pump. I also have my DAD's 22 rifle, it is a bolt action, the type that you have to pull the firing pin back to fire it, I think to put it on safety you have to turn the action a quarter turn to the right. I also have a 22 pistol, H&R 939 with a rectangular barrel, nice little pistol. This pistol is worth a lot more now than when I bought it. I think I gave $69 for it back in the 70's at K-Mart.

Back to the old grind today really, grinding glass, making more ornaments, candy canes and a dog paw. We put up our tree, got it decorated, when we counted what we had left, we had 94.

I hope everyone of the D had a great day on Thanksgiving. Later D!!!!!

 

[storm1507]

Good morning, D, read Galatians 3 this morning.

I have enjoyed your talk about your first guns, my first one was a Fox double barrel 20, 2 triggers, left was modified, back trigger, right barrel full choke, front trigger. I lost it when had a boating accident on the Green River in 1967, lost my baby brother that day, barge swamped our boat. Other guns most of them are Remington 243, 20 auto, 222 and a 22 pump. I also have my DAD's 22 rifle, it is a bolt action, the type that you have to pull the firing pin back to fire it, I think to put it on safety you have to turn the action a quarter turn to the right. I also have a 22 pistol, H&R 939 with a rectangular barrel, nice little pistol. This pistol is worth a lot more now than when I bought it. I think I gave $69 for it back in the 70's at K-Mart.

Back to the old grind today really, grinding glass, making more ornaments, candy canes and a dog paw. We put up our tree, got it decorated, when we counted what we had left, we had 94.

I hope everyone of the D had a great day on Thanksgiving. Later D!!!!!

So sorry to read about your little brother.

Your Dad's gun may be a Winchester Mod. 67. There were a few types made like this, but I use to collect Winchesters and still have a 67 or 2.

My first gun was a H&R foldable 410. My little brother (17 yrs younger) used it and then a nephew and now it's gone. No one "knew" what happened to it. I would have given plenty to have gotten it back.

 

[cordmaker]

So sorry to read about your little brother.

Your Dad's gun may be a Winchester Mod. 67. There were a few types made like this, but I use to collect Winchesters and still have a 67 or 2.

My first gun was a H&R foldable 410. My little brother (17 yrs younger) used it and then a nephew and now it's gone. No one "knew" what happened to it. I would have given plenty to have gotten it back.

Never goes away Storm, that was 1967 and every time I cross the Green River going into Ohio county or to Livermore it brings that day back.

 

[vhcat70]

Watched an Andrea Bocelli Concert on PBS last night from 2011 in Central Park. They had crowd shots at times & interestingly The Donald & Melania were in the first row. He looked the same with thicker hair but she looked like a kid. Hair parted in middle and long down over the front of her shoulders. Reminded me of 1960's hippie style.

 

[cordmaker]

What time does the ballgame come on today?

 

[MdWIldcat55]

Looks like we might have a good game brewing in Columbus. The Buckeyes dominated most of the first half, but Michigan has tied it 10-10 with a 70-yard touchdown resulting from a failed blitz and a missed tackle. Feels like the kind of play that can really define a game.

Don't like either team, but probably dislike Harbaugh and Michigan more.

UPDATE: And just like that, another 80-yard TD and Michigan leads. Crazy game. OSU has dominated the half and trail 17-13.

 

[TheFrontRunner]

Gentleman, on the day of the Louisville football game my drinking starts early, I'm ready for the game...I think we win with defense, if the defense shows up...I like our chances. If we have to rely on the OL or special teams, say your prayers.

 

[BBUK]

What time does the ballgame come on today?

3PM EST Sir...

 

[BBUK]

Looks like we might have a good game brewing in Columbus. The Buckeyes dominated most of the first half, but Michigan has tied it 10-10 with a 70-yard touchdown resulting from a failed blitz and a missed tackle. Feels like the kind of play that can really define a game.

Don't like either team, but probably dislike Harbaugh and Michigan more.

UPDATE: And just like that, another 80-yard TD and Michigan leads. Crazy game. OSU has dominated the half and trail 17-13.

Bo Schembechler and Woody Hayes.... those were games to remember. (Not that later games are inconsequential...)

 

[warrior-cat]

Bo Schembechler and Woody Hayes.... those were games to remember. (Not that later games are inconsequential...)

Bo knows Woody.

 

[BBUK]

Lord I hope this day is good...

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Oh, and this day IS good. Be thankful!

 

[warrior-cat]

Wife just let out a scream while clearing out a space for the other cabinet that I had almost completely put together before she woke up this morning. A larger than normal size brown recluse went into the box she was about to go into. I had to take the box outside and empty the contents while she watched. When I got a mattress cover out of the box the spider jumped off of the cover and ran towards her. LOL! She screamed again, took off her shoe and was slapping around at it. She eventually got it and told me it was not funny. I could not help myself. I told her that next time just let me handle it outside.

 

[TheFrontRunner]

Wife just let out a scream while clearing out a space for the other cabinet that I had almost completely put together before she woke up this morning. A larger than normal size brown recluse went into the box she was about to go into. I had to take the box outside and empty the contents while she watched. When I got a mattress cover out of the box the spider jumped off of the cover and ran towards her. LOL! She screamed again, took off her shoe and was slapping around at it. She eventually got it and told me it was not funny. I could not help myself. I told her that next time just let me handle it outside.

Not sure if wolf spider is the proper name, but when I lived in Ohio for almost 3 years...at first my place was filled with them, I had these sticky pads put out in 2 or 3 places and the pad would just be filled with a dozen dead spiders. I think they are mostly harmless to humans but I swear they were the fastest spiders I have ever seen, you would try to kill one and it would take off like it was Randall Cobb.

 

[BBUK]

Wife just let out a scream while clearing out a space for the other cabinet that I had almost completely put together before she woke up this morning. A larger than normal size brown recluse went into the box she was about to go into. I had to take the box outside and empty the contents while she watched. When I got a mattress cover out of the box the spider jumped off of the cover and ran towards her. LOL! She screamed again, took off her shoe and was slapping around at it. She eventually got it and told me it was not funny. I could not help myself. I told her that next time just let me handle it outside.

Those can sure cause some damage... (I know them well...) The fiddle is very distinguishable...

 

[BBUK]

Get this DONE CATS!!! Git-R-Done!!!

 

[warrior-cat]

Not sure if wolf spider is the proper name, but when I lived in Ohio for almost 3 years...at first my place was filled with them, I had these sticky pads put out in 2 or 3 places and the pad would just be filled with a dozen dead spiders. I think they are mostly harmless to humans but I swear they were the fastest spiders I have ever seen, you would try to kill one and it would take off like it was Randall Cobb.

Yeah, they get pretty big here and their bite while harmless is painful. We have a lot of recluses here and other types and while cleaning fish earlier this year I built a wooden platform for my wife to filet fish easier and one day she grabbed it, freaked out and took the picture below before killing it. Yes, it was a Black Widow.

 

[BBUK]

Sorry I am sorry to say this... they had some cardinal cheerleader quick shots and it reminded me of the Lewisville hookers...

 

[berniecarbo]

Wife just let out a scream while clearing out a space for the other cabinet that I had almost completely put together before she woke up this morning. A larger than normal size brown recluse went into the box she was about to go into. I had to take the box outside and empty the contents while she watched. When I got a mattress cover out of the box the spider jumped off of the cover and ran towards her. LOL! She screamed again, took off her shoe and was slapping around at it. She eventually got it and told me it was not funny. I could not help myself. I told her that next time just let me handle it outside.

Talking about spiders: Jan still has a house in town. It had roof damage from the tornado last year. We did some cleanup work inside today. Just doing a little at a time. Lots of spiders. After the tornado, it took us a full day with a chain saw just to get to the front door. We found the roof damage and went to Lowes to get tarps and other repair supplies. Biden came to town, and they had the roads blocked plus the storm still had roads blocked, so we couldn't get back to the house right away to do emergency repair on the roof. In the meantime, another heavy rainstorm hit. Parts of the ceiling caved in. No one was living there at the time, so no one was hurt. Not sure what we are going to do with it.

 

[_Rooster]

Sorry I am sorry to say this... they had some cardinal cheerleader quick shots and it reminded me of the Lewisville hookers...

 

[BBUK]

Did the Cats just get punked???

 

[BBUK]

Maybe a Lewisville Black Widow???

 

[_Rooster]

 

[UK_fan_41102]

Touchdown KENTUCKY!!!