USMB Coffee Shop IV

[saveliberty]

Must be part pole cat...

 

[gallantwarrior]

Yeah it's a nice truck. Don't know if I'll buy THAT one, but surely something very similar. I do really like the wheels on that one though, and the low miles, and the 2011 and later 6.6 diesels have more torque than any other they've ever made. I think that would do the trick as far as pulling a trailer up to Alaska and back, and hopefully a lot of other places as well.

But do you really want to pull a trailer? I wouldn't want all the hassle. If I was driving to Alaska I would want to be able to take the interesting little side road or check out something interesting along the way that might not be so easy to do with a trailer in tow or that you have to find a safe place to park it and all. But that's just me.

I'll let you know how my Dodge Ram does hauling a trailer South. I've got a nice 3/4 ton Dodge Ram, completely dressed out for heavy hauling.
As far as side trips, Foxy, I can always disconnect and make a short trip, if I want. Usually, I'm pretty goal-oriented and just want to get where I'm going. Especially since just the trip through Canada can take 2-3 days!

I've always wanted to get one of those huge campers and travel around the country. Maybe some day when I retire and don't have to work anymore.

I've always imagined driving one of those to be a hassle.

Driving them isn't so bad. Mine is 28 feet and nearly 8,000 pounds with the Harley loaded and except for hills, I really forget it's there at times. Parking them can be a big problem. And the extra fuel you use pulling one.

Mine is 28', as well and I've already considered the fuel use and am planning accordingly. A 3/4 diesel has some pull to it, for sure. You also learn to never pull into a situation where you might have to back out. A 28' travel trailer is a lot more than you need for a nomadic lifestyle. I recommend a Class C, or if you're into luxurious living, a Class A motorhome. Of course, fifth-wheel or travel trailers allow you the luxury of parking them and cutting loose for some unencumbered travel.

 

[Foxfyre]

When Hobbes comes down, show him a video of a hawk picking off a cat in a tree. Scared straight programs can work.

This particular tree is completely devoid of leaves and has no neighbor-trees. He couldn't possibly be more visible. And we have hawks and owls here constantly.

I swear... for as many times as that cat has stranded himself up in a tree, all I can figure is he either LIKES sitting up there, or he's too stupid not to climb up there again. But, my guess is one of these times it will end in tragedy. I was actually letting my cat out to walk around a little last winter, until I saw a massive hawk out here sitting very near in a tree. Was probably waiting for that tasty little LUNCH to walk out of the house. She doesn't go outside anymore.

Here's where he is -- that dot against the background of the sky.

OMG. And now I'll be worrying about him all night again. And of course you will too.

 

[Foxfyre]

But do you really want to pull a trailer? I wouldn't want all the hassle. If I was driving to Alaska I would want to be able to take the interesting little side road or check out something interesting along the way that might not be so easy to do with a trailer in tow or that you have to find a safe place to park it and all. But that's just me.

I'll let you know how my Dodge Ram does hauling a trailer South. I've got a nice 3/4 ton Dodge Ram, completely dressed out for heavy hauling.
As far as side trips, Foxy, I can always disconnect and make a short trip, if I want. Usually, I'm pretty goal-oriented and just want to get where I'm going. Especially since just the trip through Canada can take 2-3 days!

I've always wanted to get one of those huge campers and travel around the country. Maybe some day when I retire and don't have to work anymore.

I've always imagined driving one of those to be a hassle.

Driving them isn't so bad. Mine is 28 feet and nearly 8,000 pounds with the Harley loaded and except for hills, I really forget it's there at times. Parking them can be a big problem. And the extra fuel you use pulling one.

Mine is 28', as well and I've already considered the fuel use and am planning accordingly. A 3/4 diesel has some pull to it, for sure. You also learn to never pull into a situation where you might have to back out. A 28' travel trailer is a lot more than you need for a nomadic lifestyle. I recommend a Class C, or if you're into luxurious living, a Class A motorhome. Of course, fifth-wheel or travel trailers allow you the luxury of parking them and cutting loose for some unencumbered travel.

A lot of the motorhomes we see passing through here--this is a primary route for snowbirds headed south--are either towing a vehicle behind them or pulling a little trailer with the small car on board.

 

[Big Black Dog]

Cut the tree down. Betcha he's on the ground before the tree falls!

 

[Sherry]

It's Thursday!!! Been rather busy around here today. Toe is still sore. I called my foot doctor yesterday and wouldn't you know that they were closed on Wednesdays? I've been going to him for about 3 years now and I didn't know they were closed on Wednesdays. Anyway... I have an appointment with him on Monday afternoon. Right now the toe is infected so he called in a prescription for an antibiotic for me and I'll pick that up when the pharmacy calls to say it's ready. Have to soak the toe in Epson Salt twice a day until I see him on Monday. If it isn't infected he will most likely take the nail off on Monday. I sort of hate it. I mean, I've been growing it for 63 years and I've sort of grown fond of it. Hate to see it go. It being Thursday, Mrs. BBD is over at the neighbor's house quilting and will be there until around 4:00 or so. So, it's me and Taco, Nellie and Jingles - plus two house cats against the world today.

Been reading the posts. Interesting stuff here today. I've started putting together my Christmas list and will start my Christmas shopping pretty soon. Mrs. BBD has already reminded me that she isn't interested in anything from Victoria's Secret. I don't know why she wouldn't be. There's so many interesting things in that store. However, I rarely go in there any more because for some reason it makes my pacemaker speed up every time I go in there just to look. Also, the sales staff seem to get tired of me asking "What's that?" Guess this year I will buy Mrs. BBD's Christmas present at Farm and Fleet.

You should have called a toe truck.

 

[Big Black Dog]

It's Thursday!!! Been rather busy around here today. Toe is still sore. I called my foot doctor yesterday and wouldn't you know that they were closed on Wednesdays? I've been going to him for about 3 years now and I didn't know they were closed on Wednesdays. Anyway... I have an appointment with him on Monday afternoon. Right now the toe is infected so he called in a prescription for an antibiotic for me and I'll pick that up when the pharmacy calls to say it's ready. Have to soak the toe in Epson Salt twice a day until I see him on Monday. If it isn't infected he will most likely take the nail off on Monday. I sort of hate it. I mean, I've been growing it for 63 years and I've sort of grown fond of it. Hate to see it go. It being Thursday, Mrs. BBD is over at the neighbor's house quilting and will be there until around 4:00 or so. So, it's me and Taco, Nellie and Jingles - plus two house cats against the world today.

Been reading the posts. Interesting stuff here today. I've started putting together my Christmas list and will start my Christmas shopping pretty soon. Mrs. BBD has already reminded me that she isn't interested in anything from Victoria's Secret. I don't know why she wouldn't be. There's so many interesting things in that store. However, I rarely go in there any more because for some reason it makes my pacemaker speed up every time I go in there just to look. Also, the sales staff seem to get tired of me asking "What's that?" Guess this year I will buy Mrs. BBD's Christmas present at Farm and Fleet.

You should have called a toe truck.

ROFLMAO... Too bad I can't rep you any longer.

 

[Pogo]

Cut the tree down. Betcha he's on the ground before the tree falls!

That occurred to me. But I have to be on the road before dawn's early light so... oh well, he'll just have to learn.

 

[Pogo]

It's Thursday!!! Been rather busy around here today. Toe is still sore. I called my foot doctor yesterday and wouldn't you know that they were closed on Wednesdays? I've been going to him for about 3 years now and I didn't know they were closed on Wednesdays. Anyway... I have an appointment with him on Monday afternoon. Right now the toe is infected so he called in a prescription for an antibiotic for me and I'll pick that up when the pharmacy calls to say it's ready. Have to soak the toe in Epson Salt twice a day until I see him on Monday. If it isn't infected he will most likely take the nail off on Monday. I sort of hate it. I mean, I've been growing it for 63 years and I've sort of grown fond of it. Hate to see it go. It being Thursday, Mrs. BBD is over at the neighbor's house quilting and will be there until around 4:00 or so. So, it's me and Taco, Nellie and Jingles - plus two house cats against the world today.

Been reading the posts. Interesting stuff here today. I've started putting together my Christmas list and will start my Christmas shopping pretty soon. Mrs. BBD has already reminded me that she isn't interested in anything from Victoria's Secret. I don't know why she wouldn't be. There's so many interesting things in that store. However, I rarely go in there any more because for some reason it makes my pacemaker speed up every time I go in there just to look. Also, the sales staff seem to get tired of me asking "What's that?" Guess this year I will buy Mrs. BBD's Christmas present at Farm and Fleet.

You should have called a toe truck.

 

[007]

When Hobbes comes down, show him a video of a hawk picking off a cat in a tree. Scared straight programs can work.

This particular tree is completely devoid of leaves and has no neighbor-trees. He couldn't possibly be more visible. And we have hawks and owls here constantly.

I swear... for as many times as that cat has stranded himself up in a tree, all I can figure is he either LIKES sitting up there, or he's too stupid not to climb up there again. But, my guess is one of these times it will end in tragedy. I was actually letting my cat out to walk around a little last winter, until I saw a massive hawk out here sitting very near in a tree. Was probably waiting for that tasty little LUNCH to walk out of the house. She doesn't go outside anymore.

Here's where he is -- that dot against the background of the sky.

Holy freakin' crapola... I can't imagine why he climbs up there... unbelievable. He does look like he'd be easy pickins for a hawk or an owl though. One of these times... he'll be there and then he'll be gone, and he won't be coming home.

 

[ChrisL]

When Hobbes comes down, show him a video of a hawk picking off a cat in a tree. Scared straight programs can work.

This particular tree is completely devoid of leaves and has no neighbor-trees. He couldn't possibly be more visible. And we have hawks and owls here constantly.

I swear... for as many times as that cat has stranded himself up in a tree, all I can figure is he either LIKES sitting up there, or he's too stupid not to climb up there again. But, my guess is one of these times it will end in tragedy. I was actually letting my cat out to walk around a little last winter, until I saw a massive hawk out here sitting very near in a tree. Was probably waiting for that tasty little LUNCH to walk out of the house. She doesn't go outside anymore.

Here's where he is -- that dot against the background of the sky.

Holy freakin' crapola... I can't imagine why he climbs up there... unbelievable. He does look like he'd be easy pickins for a hawk or an owl though. One of these times... he'll be there and then he'll be gone, and he won't be coming home.

He looks so tiny up there in the tree. We have a lot of hawks around my area, and I've always had cats. Never had a cat eaten by a hawk as far as I know. I think they prefer prey like rabbits which are less like to injure them. Maybe they would go after a small kitten, but a cat could do some serious damage to the hawk, and unless they are really desperate I don't think they would go for a full grown cat. Let's hope I'm right.

 

[gallantwarrior]

But do you really want to pull a trailer? I wouldn't want all the hassle. If I was driving to Alaska I would want to be able to take the interesting little side road or check out something interesting along the way that might not be so easy to do with a trailer in tow or that you have to find a safe place to park it and all. But that's just me.

I'll let you know how my Dodge Ram does hauling a trailer South. I've got a nice 3/4 ton Dodge Ram, completely dressed out for heavy hauling.
As far as side trips, Foxy, I can always disconnect and make a short trip, if I want. Usually, I'm pretty goal-oriented and just want to get where I'm going. Especially since just the trip through Canada can take 2-3 days!

I've always wanted to get one of those huge campers and travel around the country. Maybe some day when I retire and don't have to work anymore.

I've always imagined driving one of those to be a hassle.

Driving them isn't so bad. Mine is 28 feet and nearly 8,000 pounds with the Harley loaded and except for hills, I really forget it's there at times. Parking them can be a big problem. And the extra fuel you use pulling one.

Yeah like GW said, if there's some little side trip you'd like to make, you can always park the trailer and go. But the nice thing about pulling a trailer to Alaska, like my parents did with some friends along pulling theirs, is that if you decide you need to stop somewhere to rest from driving, it doesn't matter if there's a motel/hotel nearby or not. Just jump back in the trailer and there's all your amenities. You can't beat that.

Particularly true once you get north of the US. There are some pretty remote locations. You might even find yourself stranded in the only place with a gas station for miles (and miles) and have to wait until they open at 8 or 9 am. Plus, I can bring along my fur-fam and their lives will remain relatively familiar. Even though the "house" contracts, rocks, rolls, and is otherwise "different", their environment changes minimally.

 

[gallantwarrior]

While most of the nation prepares for Trick-or-Treat tomorrow night, our city fathers have decided to delay Halloween until Saturday. Why? Because there is a high school football game scheduled for Friday night. The team is currently 0-9.

But, it did give the delivery guy an extra day to drop off what I'm supplementing the big bowl of Reese Cups with! This year I'm also giving out glow stick necklaces. I want those wee bairn to be safe on the streets and lighting them up with glow sticks is one way to make that happen.

Good idea, glow sticks, wish I would have thought of it...

Much better than letting kids eat candy or other edibles from unknown sources these days and nights.

The idea came from a local news report about a movement to provide non food items for kids with food allergies. They said if you paint a pumpkin teal green, it's an indicator to parents that you are giving out non food items.

But, in my world, painting a pumpkin teal, hell, even knowing what 'teal' is, is an indicator of deeper personal issues than should be discussed in the Coffee Shop!

I have a better idea, why don't the parents paint their food-allergic children teal green? That way, providers of yummie goodies would know when to turn the porch lights off and declare themselves in absentia. Teal and orange...really? Any decent, self-respecting person would know how badly those colors clash!

 

[gallantwarrior]

While most of the nation prepares for Trick-or-Treat tomorrow night, our city fathers have decided to delay Halloween until Saturday. Why? Because there is a high school football game scheduled for Friday night. The team is currently 0-9.

But, it did give the delivery guy an extra day to drop off what I'm supplementing the big bowl of Reese Cups with! This year I'm also giving out glow stick necklaces. I want those wee bairn to be safe on the streets and lighting them up with glow sticks is one way to make that happen.

Good idea, glow sticks, wish I would have thought of it...

Much better than letting kids eat candy or other edibles from unknown sources these days and nights.

The idea came from a local news report about a movement to provide non food items for kids with food allergies. They said if you paint a pumpkin teal green, it's an indicator to parents that you are giving out non food items.

But, in my world, painting a pumpkin teal, hell, even knowing what 'teal' is, is an indicator of deeper personal issues than should be discussed in the Coffee Shop!

I have to admit that I wax nostalgic at times and long for the days when the folks in the community made a lot of the Halloween treats - rice krispy treats, cookies, homemade candy, brownies, caramel apples, popcorn balls, and the like - and we kids loved getting those so much more than a piece of store bought candy. And I still remember when the first stories started showing up, years later, of razor blades being found in apples and such, the first bottle of Tylenol that was poisoned by somebody, and us becoming aware, for the first time, that there were evil, sick people in the world. And we have had tamper proof packaging and kids no longer get those wonderful home made treats at Halloween ever since. Ah well. I suppose there are enough things to worry about than that.

Homemade treats are anathema nowadays. Most parents have been trained to toss such treats out immediately upon encountering them. I'm glad my domestic arrangements preclude the necessity of providing treats.

 

[gallantwarrior]

When Hobbes comes down, show him a video of a hawk picking off a cat in a tree. Scared straight programs can work.

This particular tree is completely devoid of leaves and has no neighbor-trees. He couldn't possibly be more visible. And we have hawks and owls here constantly.

I swear... for as many times as that cat has stranded himself up in a tree, all I can figure is he either LIKES sitting up there, or he's too stupid not to climb up there again. But, my guess is one of these times it will end in tragedy. I was actually letting my cat out to walk around a little last winter, until I saw a massive hawk out here sitting very near in a tree. Was probably waiting for that tasty little LUNCH to walk out of the house. She doesn't go outside anymore.

Here's where he is -- that dot against the background of the sky.

Holy freakin' crapola... I can't imagine why he climbs up there... unbelievable. He does look like he'd be easy pickins for a hawk or an owl though. One of these times... he'll be there and then he'll be gone, and he won't be coming home.

He looks so tiny up there in the tree. We have a lot of hawks around my area, and I've always had cats. Never had a cat eaten by a hawk as far as I know. I think they prefer prey like rabbits which are less like to injure them. Maybe they would go after a small kitten, but a cat could do some serious damage to the hawk, and unless they are really desperate I don't think they would go for a full grown cat. Let's hope I'm right.

When visiting the butcher shop in southern France, they displayed rabbits with the heads still attached precisely because a cat and a rabbit are very similar when dressed for the table.

 

[gallantwarrior]

It's Thursday!!! Been rather busy around here today. Toe is still sore. I called my foot doctor yesterday and wouldn't you know that they were closed on Wednesdays? I've been going to him for about 3 years now and I didn't know they were closed on Wednesdays. Anyway... I have an appointment with him on Monday afternoon. Right now the toe is infected so he called in a prescription for an antibiotic for me and I'll pick that up when the pharmacy calls to say it's ready. Have to soak the toe in Epson Salt twice a day until I see him on Monday. If it isn't infected he will most likely take the nail off on Monday. I sort of hate it. I mean, I've been growing it for 63 years and I've sort of grown fond of it. Hate to see it go. It being Thursday, Mrs. BBD is over at the neighbor's house quilting and will be there until around 4:00 or so. So, it's me and Taco, Nellie and Jingles - plus two house cats against the world today.

Been reading the posts. Interesting stuff here today. I've started putting together my Christmas list and will start my Christmas shopping pretty soon. Mrs. BBD has already reminded me that she isn't interested in anything from Victoria's Secret. I don't know why she wouldn't be. There's so many interesting things in that store. However, I rarely go in there any more because for some reason it makes my pacemaker speed up every time I go in there just to look. Also, the sales staff seem to get tired of me asking "What's that?" Guess this year I will buy Mrs. BBD's Christmas present at Farm and Fleet.

I worked maintenance at the Supermax prison in Boscobel for a little over two years. It was a pretty demanding job since everything we dealt with was either made of steel, concrete or both. But one time I smashed my finger nail good. Turned all black and swelled up, so went to the doc and he drilled a little hole in it to drain off the pressure. A few days later the nail was looking pretty funky so I went back to him. He was giving it a look and commented that it was about ready to come off, and with a quick, unexpected tug, he pulled it off. Didn't really hurt, but guess what... IT GREW BACK. So don't worry, pard, my bet is your toe nail will grow back too.

Common practice for me. If I manage to smash a finger so that blood builds up under the nail, I always use a very small drill bit to open the nail and let the pressure off. Magically relieves that pulsing, painful pressure.

 

[gallantwarrior]

Dropped a full wheelbarrow on my toe before I wised up and use steel-toed boots. Took a year to grow it back.

I suspect steel-toed boots would only provide a clean amputation should a B747 run over your foot...

 

[gallantwarrior]

I'll let you know how my Dodge Ram does hauling a trailer South. I've got a nice 3/4 ton Dodge Ram, completely dressed out for heavy hauling.
As far as side trips, Foxy, I can always disconnect and make a short trip, if I want. Usually, I'm pretty goal-oriented and just want to get where I'm going. Especially since just the trip through Canada can take 2-3 days!

I've always wanted to get one of those huge campers and travel around the country. Maybe some day when I retire and don't have to work anymore.

I've always imagined driving one of those to be a hassle.

Driving them isn't so bad. Mine is 28 feet and nearly 8,000 pounds with the Harley loaded and except for hills, I really forget it's there at times. Parking them can be a big problem. And the extra fuel you use pulling one.

Mine is 28', as well and I've already considered the fuel use and am planning accordingly. A 3/4 diesel has some pull to it, for sure. You also learn to never pull into a situation where you might have to back out. A 28' travel trailer is a lot more than you need for a nomadic lifestyle. I recommend a Class C, or if you're into luxurious living, a Class A motorhome. Of course, fifth-wheel or travel trailers allow you the luxury of parking them and cutting loose for some unencumbered travel.

A lot of the motorhomes we see passing through here--this is a primary route for snowbirds headed south--are either towing a vehicle behind them or pulling a little trailer with the small car on board.

Same up here. Where did you think so many of those snowbirds when in the summer?

 

[Ringel05]

We even wore "funny" clothes.........

So you do civil war reenactments?

Used to, many years ago before I started doing WWII. That is the last unit I was with, 4th US Regulars.
No, I'm not in any of the pictures.

 

[Ringel05]

Dropped a full wheelbarrow on my toe before I wised up and use steel-toed boots. Took a year to grow it back.

The wheelbarrow?