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Title: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: bk on August 02, 2017, 12:18:59 AM
Well, you've read the notes, the notes spoke of the sandwich thing, and now it is time for you to post until the sandwich thing cows come home.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: bk on August 02, 2017, 12:19:33 AM
And the word of the day is: ANOESIS!
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Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 12:32:28 AM
First post after BK!
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Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 12:34:12 AM
It's funny, when I was looking at the Goldbely web site, that was the sandwich which really looked interesting.
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Post by: bk on August 02, 2017, 12:49:17 AM
It's very yummilicious.
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Post by: bk on August 02, 2017, 12:49:35 AM
If I have a big meeting here next week I may just do it again.
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Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 12:50:49 AM
Now I can't even find the sandwich on the web site.
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Post by: bk on August 02, 2017, 01:09:35 AM
If you go to Goldbely and search "sandwiches" you just scroll down and you'll find it.
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Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 01:24:39 AM
Good night, one and all.
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Post by: George on August 02, 2017, 01:25:45 AM
About the bottles of McDonald's Big Mac Sauce I'd ordered that were supposed to have arrived yesterday but didn't:  one seller on Amazon has listed one of the limited edition bottles of Big Mac Sauce that were given away for free last year at McDonald's stores...it's listed at only $5000 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N6VNTZY/) (plus $6.99 shipping)! :o

The "reviews" are pretty funny. ;)
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: bk on August 02, 2017, 01:33:27 AM
I had no idea about the Big Mac sauce, which I didn't buy - but I did buy the tartar sauce because the file o' fish tarter sauce is great - hopefully this will actually taste like that.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: George on August 02, 2017, 01:34:05 AM
I had no idea about the Big Mac sauce, which I didn't buy - but I did buy the tartar sauce because the file o' fish tarter sauce is great - hopefully this will actually taste like that.

I hope so, too!
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Post by: George on August 02, 2017, 01:37:53 AM
Well, I need to get some sleep.  Good night, BK and Tom.
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Post by: Michael on August 02, 2017, 02:23:50 AM
Good Morning to all
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Post by: John G. on August 02, 2017, 04:41:52 AM
Good morning, all.
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 02, 2017, 04:54:20 AM
Good morning, all!
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: elmore3003 on August 02, 2017, 04:56:08 AM
I got plenty of sleep, nearly 10 hours, no more NYMF anxiety attacks, there's work on the desk to begin, so all is good at the moment.
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Post by: FJL on August 02, 2017, 04:57:03 AM
Good morning!
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Post by: FJL on August 02, 2017, 04:57:23 AM
Interesting fan story from vixmom!
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 02, 2017, 05:06:47 AM
I have two errands to run this morning,  stop at the market, come back and clean this dump.
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 02, 2017, 05:07:36 AM
DR vismom, yes, I knew.  I've assembled too many fans in the past 40 years of Manhattan life.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: elmore3003 on August 02, 2017, 05:08:43 AM
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Continued Mega Health Vibes to our DR JRand66!  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Druxy on August 02, 2017, 05:27:05 AM
This morning, at about 10:15 (Texas time), I will be doing a radio interview with Frankie Boyer of WCRN (Worcester,MA). 

This is the 2nd interview we've done in less than a month, so I guess I did okay the first time.

We'll be talking about my new novel, JACKIE GOES TO DIXIE.

What!?! You haven't read it yet?    :'( :'( :'( :'(

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1629331686
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: John G. on August 02, 2017, 05:29:35 AM
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Continued Mega Health Vibes to our DR JRand66!  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Ditto.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: John G. on August 02, 2017, 05:30:18 AM
I am very tired and very sore this morning. Can I go back to bed?
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: elmore3003 on August 02, 2017, 05:38:53 AM
My test results from yesterday just arrived online.  My too high blood sugar from the last tests dropped by 28 points.  My doctor will be very pleased.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: elmore3003 on August 02, 2017, 05:39:15 AM
I am very tired and very sore this morning. Can I go back to bed?

You have my permission.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jrand74 on August 02, 2017, 06:13:57 AM
Knock Knock Knock
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jrand74 on August 02, 2017, 06:14:12 AM
I am here for a surprise inspection.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jrand74 on August 02, 2017, 06:14:30 AM
Things look pretty good.  I'll be back next month.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jrand74 on August 02, 2017, 06:14:45 AM
No DR VIXMOM I didn't know about fans and the left handed screw.
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Post by: Jrand74 on August 02, 2017, 06:15:04 AM
I shall return in a bit.....
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: ChasSmith on August 02, 2017, 06:16:09 AM
Good morning, all.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: ChasSmith on August 02, 2017, 06:19:13 AM
I have indeed come up against the left-handed screw -- on fans (speaking of which, it's time to clean all of the ones in this house), and on power equipment such as a weed whacker.  But it's something I've had to relearn every time I work on any of these things.

Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: ChasSmith on August 02, 2017, 06:20:46 AM
My test results from yesterday just arrived online.  My too high blood sugar from the last tests dropped by 28 points.  My doctor will be very pleased.

That is excellent.  Congratulations, sir!
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: ChasSmith on August 02, 2017, 06:26:25 AM
The Goldbely / Town Hall Deli video is fascinating, and the sandwich sounds absolutely delicious. 

I know I'd love it. 

However, it's really difficult to wrap my head around any such deli type sandwich being called a Sloppy Joe.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: ChasSmith on August 02, 2017, 06:41:10 AM
DR Jeanne, my mind is blown at the outrageous attitudes of your landlord or management company.  One hardly knows where to begin.  Their "management style" is disheartening and infuriating.  And this all came about because of the 32-years-in-residence tenants and two stove burners?  Is this for real?  Do these people live in the same universe as the rest of us?  How is it possible to hold one's good tenants in such contempt?

Do they own/manage a lot of other properties in town?  How extensive is their empire?

One friend of mine has lived in the same rent stabilized apartment in Greenwich Village for many years, and her landlord is just awful toward her and the few other remaining "stabies" in the building.

I'm sure all leases these days give them a right of entry under certain circumstances, and in fact they probably have for years.  I think I had them in my leases, but they were never EVER abused, and I never had landlords who were so blatantly antagonistic.  Please do consult with a good tenant's attorney as to this particular situation.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: elmore3003 on August 02, 2017, 07:40:01 AM
Weather is unfit to endure today.  I've run all errands and I am drenched with sweat.  The humidity is high - 88% -  and it's downright unpleasant to be outside.  I'm going to chill literally for a bit, then tidy up, and then cook for a bit.  I thought I'd make some pasta sauce, some chili, and freeze most of it.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: elmore3003 on August 02, 2017, 07:41:39 AM
Things look pretty good.  I'll be back next month.

Excellent!
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: John G. on August 02, 2017, 07:44:30 AM
Great news on the blood sugar, Elmore.
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Post by: Jrand74 on August 02, 2017, 07:54:44 AM
Thanks for the continued vibes DR ELMORE, et al.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: elmore3003 on August 02, 2017, 07:58:26 AM
Great news on the blood sugar, Elmore.

It was a nice surprise this morning.
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Post by: Ginny on August 02, 2017, 08:15:54 AM
Wednesday morning greetings!  After having to be up and outta here 2 days in a row, I'm enjoying a slow morning.  Richard and I are supposed to go to Hamilton this evening for an outdoor performance of The Merry Wives of Windsor by the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, but the weather forecast is not good.  We even bought new folding chairs to replace the ones in the garage that were older than Rob.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Ginny on August 02, 2017, 08:16:21 AM
Great news on the blood sugar, Elmore.

It was a nice surprise this morning.

Great news!
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: John G. on August 02, 2017, 08:50:56 AM
Judith Jones has died. She will not likely be known by many because she was a book editor, largely known for helping Julia Child. But her big contribution was rescuing The Diary of Anne Frank from someone's reject pile.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: ChasSmith on August 02, 2017, 09:16:54 AM
Judith Jones has died. She will not likely be known by many because she was a book editor, largely known for helping Julia Child. But her big contribution was rescuing The Diary of Anne Frank from someone's reject pile.

Nope, didn't know the name, but talk about two remarkable achievements.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: ChasSmith on August 02, 2017, 09:17:12 AM
Okay, so, the New Jersey version of "Sloppy Joe" is a well known thing there, but one I hadn't heard of.  I will absolutely have to get one when I'm next in NJ and it's hunger time.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sloppy_joe_(New_Jersey)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sloppy_joe

I also had never heard of "Taylor Ham" until several years ago when a friend who grew up in NJ told me about it.  I have since found it's on menus everywhere in NJ (notably in diners), though I have yet to try it.  But I shall do that, too.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pork_roll

Two drives into New Jersey -- Coming soon!
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Laura on August 02, 2017, 09:21:51 AM
Good morning.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Laura on August 02, 2017, 09:23:47 AM
George, the secret sauce is pretty much just mayo, pickle relish, a touch of mustard, white wine vinegar, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: John G. on August 02, 2017, 09:23:58 AM
Judith Jones has died. She will not likely be known by many because she was a book editor, largely known for helping Julia Child. But her big contribution was rescuing The Diary of Anne Frank from someone's reject pile.

Nope, didn't know the name, but talk about two remarkable achievements.

In her 80s, she wrote a great cookbook on cooking for one. Then she wrote one about cooking for her beloved dog.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Laura on August 02, 2017, 09:31:02 AM
Cooking her beloved dog??
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Post by: John G. on August 02, 2017, 09:45:54 AM
Cooking her beloved dog??

Ha! Thank you, Laura. I updated the post.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: ChasSmith on August 02, 2017, 09:51:44 AM
To Serve Dog
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Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 10:24:47 AM
From DR George:
(http://Whew!  Good thing that you didn't spend that much money on something that tasted like crap. ;D)

 :D
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 10:28:17 AM
My test results from yesterday just arrived online.  My too high blood sugar from the last tests dropped by 28 points.  My doctor will be very pleased.

Excellent.  Keep up the good work.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 10:29:24 AM
DR Druxy I hope your interview went well.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 10:29:53 AM
I am here for a surprise inspection.

;D
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 10:36:41 AM
Judith Jones has died. She will not likely be known by many because she was a book editor, largely known for helping Julia Child. But her big contribution was rescuing The Diary of Anne Frank from someone's reject pile.

Wow, it makes me wonder what great books were not rescued from a reject pile.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 10:37:43 AM
Cooking her beloved dog??

I needed a double take on that one, and I read the corrected post ;D
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: George on August 02, 2017, 10:55:17 AM
From DR George:
Quote
Whew!  Good thing that you didn't spend that much money on something that tasted like crap. ;D

 :D

Jane, for some reason, your quote of my quote was wonky.  When I quoted it for this post, I was able to fix it so that everyone will now know what the heck you meant! ;)
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: George on August 02, 2017, 10:55:32 AM
PAGE THREE DANCE!!
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: George on August 02, 2017, 10:55:46 AM
My test results from yesterday just arrived online.  My too high blood sugar from the last tests dropped by 28 points.  My doctor will be very pleased.

Great news, Larry!!
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: George on August 02, 2017, 10:57:46 AM
My daily numbers have been pretty good, but I haven't had an A1C test at the doctor's, yet.  It's been pretty carb heavy over the last several weeks, what with the show and certainly yesterday's barbecue. ::) We'll see what it's like when I finally am able to go in.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: bk on August 02, 2017, 11:00:44 AM
I'm up, I'm up - six hours of sleep.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: bk on August 02, 2017, 11:01:00 AM
Already had phone calls with Grant Geissman and Richard Sherman.
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 02, 2017, 11:26:29 AM
I've got a vat of bologna sauce simmering away, the apartment smells like garlic and onion, and I'm rather pleased with how it turned out.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: elmore3003 on August 02, 2017, 11:48:47 AM
Some ass who is new in this building keeps dumping rotten food in the laundry room with the recyclable items.  This is ridiculous.  Today the room smells like rotting fish.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 12:01:54 PM
From DR George:
Quote
Whew!  Good thing that you didn't spend that much money on something that tasted like crap. ;D

 :D

Jane, for some reason, your quote of my quote was wonky.  When I quoted it for this post, I was able to fix it so that everyone will now know what the heck you meant! ;)

;D  Thank you for fixing it.  I bet I clicked on "images" instead of "quote".
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 12:04:54 PM
My daily numbers have been pretty good, but I haven't had an A1C test at the doctor's, yet.  It's been pretty carb heavy over the last several weeks, what with the show and certainly yesterday's barbecue. ::) We'll see what it's like when I finally am able to go in.

Be good from now on.

I know it isn't easy.  I am supposed to go on a now salt diet and it is difficult to know how much salt I am eating unless I cook everything myself.  The hearing doctor said I have Meniere's Disease and reducing salt can help my hearing.  The only way to know if he is correct is to try the diet. 
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 12:06:17 PM
Some ass who is new in this building keeps dumping rotten food in the laundry room with the recyclable items.  This is ridiculous.  Today the room smells like rotting fish.

 :o  Will the super be talking to this person?
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 02, 2017, 12:29:53 PM
Some ass who is new in this building keeps dumping rotten food in the laundry room with the recyclable items.  This is ridiculous.  Today the room smells like rotting fish.

 :o  Will the super be talking to this person?

Who knows who it is?
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: George on August 02, 2017, 12:33:47 PM
Some ass who is new in this building keeps dumping rotten food in the laundry room with the recyclable items.  This is ridiculous.  Today the room smells like rotting fish.

 :o  Will the super be talking to this person?

Who knows who it is?

They need to get security cameras!
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: George on August 02, 2017, 12:34:00 PM
Things look pretty good.  I'll be back next month.

That's great news, Jack!
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: George on August 02, 2017, 12:35:12 PM
From DR George:
Quote
Whew!  Good thing that you didn't spend that much money on something that tasted like crap. ;D

 :D

Jane, for some reason, your quote of my quote was wonky.  When I quoted it for this post, I was able to fix it so that everyone will now know what the heck you meant! ;)

;D  Thank you for fixing it.  I bet I clicked on "images" instead of "quote".

Ahh...that makes sense.  The buttons are right next to each other.  I was wondering how that could've happened.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 12:36:07 PM
Some ass who is new in this building keeps dumping rotten food in the laundry room with the recyclable items.  This is ridiculous.  Today the room smells like rotting fish.

 :o  Will the super be talking to this person?

Who knows who it is?

Are there multiple new people to the building?  I thought it was just one and the super would know who it is.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 12:36:31 PM
Some ass who is new in this building keeps dumping rotten food in the laundry room with the recyclable items.  This is ridiculous.  Today the room smells like rotting fish.

 :o  Will the super be talking to this person?

Who knows who it is?

They need to get security cameras!

I was thinking that but doubt they would spend the money on them.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: elmore3003 on August 02, 2017, 12:51:10 PM
Some ass who is new in this building keeps dumping rotten food in the laundry room with the recyclable items.  This is ridiculous.  Today the room smells like rotting fish.

 :o  Will the super be talking to this person?

Who knows who it is?

Are there multiple new people to the building?  I thought it was just one and the super would know who it is.

There are many new people in the building.  This is nothing new today.  I just brought it up today because I posted this in the elevator:
TENANTS,
THE LAUNDRY ROOM STINKS LIKE ROTTING FISH.
THIS MEANS SOMEONE DOESN’T KNOW WHERE TO PUT
GARBAGE.  PLEASE LEARN.

IF YOU NEE$D HELP,   ASK VAL.

THIS IS RIDICULOUS.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: ChasSmith on August 02, 2017, 01:45:59 PM
"A fish rots from the laundry room up"          -- ancient proverb
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: bk on August 02, 2017, 01:47:37 PM
Decided to have a Philly cheesesteak sandwich today - so that's my food for the day, with no snacks later.  With the jog, should be fine.
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Post by: John G. on August 02, 2017, 02:13:56 PM
What is the New York rule on recyclables? In San Antonio, it's okay to put dirty items in recycling. So, anyone at work who eats yogurt can put their container in the bin without rinsing. And I occasionally feel as if I'm going to vomit because of the stench of that nasty crap. But it's supposedly okay.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: elmore3003 on August 02, 2017, 02:15:29 PM
What is the New York rule on recyclables? In San Antonio, it's okay to put dirty items in recycling. So, anyone at work who eats yogurt can put their container in the bin without rinsing. And I occasionally feel as if I'm going to vomit because of the stench of that nasty crap. But it's supposedly okay.

I have no idea.  I rinse out every container before i put it into the trash.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: John G. on August 02, 2017, 02:17:29 PM
The therapist did her best/worst on my leg today and the pain was a lot less than it has been. She hoisted that haunch off the table and pressed that foot into my back side. The first time I didn't even grab the table.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: John G. on August 02, 2017, 02:18:06 PM
What is the New York rule on recyclables? In San Antonio, it's okay to put dirty items in recycling. So, anyone at work who eats yogurt can put their container in the bin without rinsing. And I occasionally feel as if I'm going to vomit because of the stench of that nasty crap. But it's supposedly okay.

I have no idea.  I rinse out every container before i put it into the trash.

I do, too. It's more hygienic and more polite.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: bk on August 02, 2017, 02:34:36 PM
Page three?  Really?
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: ChasSmith on August 02, 2017, 03:00:27 PM
We have "single stream" (I think it's called?) recycling, in which all paper, plastic, and metal items go into one huge bin.  You're supposed to have rinsed the bottles, etc., before throwing them in there, which we do.  And even though I know we're not perfect at that, there's never been an odor.  But any kind of actual food container that "could" be recycled but would be ridiculous to clean up, forget it, out it goes with the trash.  I am not a complete saint, after all.  :)
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Post by: Jeanne on August 02, 2017, 03:03:14 PM
Hello, everyone.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jeanne on August 02, 2017, 03:04:12 PM
I got plenty of sleep, nearly 10 hours, no more NYMF anxiety attacks, there's work on the desk to begin, so all is good at the moment.

Great!
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jeanne on August 02, 2017, 03:04:58 PM
My test results from yesterday just arrived online.  My too high blood sugar from the last tests dropped by 28 points.  My doctor will be very pleased.

More good news. that's quite a drop.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jeanne on August 02, 2017, 03:06:02 PM
I am here for a surprise inspection.

Oy!!

Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 03:12:10 PM
What is the New York rule on recyclables? In San Antonio, it's okay to put dirty items in recycling. So, anyone at work who eats yogurt can put their container in the bin without rinsing. And I occasionally feel as if I'm going to vomit because of the stench of that nasty crap. But it's supposedly okay.

It is the same in California and likely other places where there is a drought.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 03:12:25 PM
DR elmore VIBES your sign works.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 03:14:38 PM
The therapist did her best/worst on my leg today and the pain was a lot less than it has been. She hoisted that haunch off the table and pressed that foot into my back side. The first time I didn't even grab the table.

I hope it gets easier with every visit.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 03:15:31 PM
We have "single stream" (I think it's called?) recycling, in which all paper, plastic, and metal items go into one huge bin.  You're supposed to have rinsed the bottles, etc., before throwing them in there, which we do.  And even though I know we're not perfect at that, there's never been an odor.  But any kind of actual food container that "could" be recycled but would be ridiculous to clean up, forget it, out it goes with the trash.  I am not a complete saint, after all.  :)

I am tired of cleaning peanut butter jars and don't always do so.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jeanne on August 02, 2017, 03:18:00 PM
DR Jeanne, my mind is blown at the outrageous attitudes of your landlord or management company.  One hardly knows where to begin.  Their "management style" is disheartening and infuriating.  And this all came about because of the 32-years-in-residence tenants and two stove burners?  Is this for real?  Do these people live in the same universe as the rest of us?  How is it possible to hold one's good tenants in such contempt?

Do they own/manage a lot of other properties in town?  How extensive is their empire?

One friend of mine has lived in the same rent stabilized apartment in Greenwich Village for many years, and her landlord is just awful toward her and the few other remaining "stabies" in the building.

I'm sure all leases these days give them a right of entry under certain circumstances, and in fact they probably have for years.  I think I had them in my leases, but they were never EVER abused, and I never had landlords who were so blatantly antagonistic.  Please do consult with a good tenant's attorney as to this particular situation.

The Mother owns the building. Her father built it, so there's a sense of family pride, which is a good thing. Many of the people working at management companies could care less.

The Daughter lives on-site and manages things. There aren't many on-site managers around these days and I think that's a shame. I think it helps to keep things under control.

As far as I know, Mom owns no other rentals, but the daughter's Uncle owns several and he has frequent (monthly?) inspections. I think that's where the idea came from.

Until now Mom and Daughter just waited until someone complained, then did the repair. I've told Daughter several times that some people are reluctant to say anything, that it sounds like complaining and they may be afraid their rent will be raised. Also, it's unrealistic to expect tenants, most of whom have never been homeowners (at least in this building) to know much about maintenance. I think it finally dawned on them that their lackadaisical approach was not a good one and they've now gone to the other extreme and are following Uncle's example.

They are not nasty people, but lack education and business sense.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: elmore3003 on August 02, 2017, 03:18:17 PM
The pasta sauce is in the freezer, and tomorrow I will make a vat of chili.  Tpmprrw afternoon, Joshie and Rob Berman are seeing Backbeard, and then Rob is taking us to dinner.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jeanne on August 02, 2017, 03:22:57 PM
I don't think it occurs to them how this comes across to the tenants. If I'd known at the start that they were going to do this, I would not have rented here. they really do act as if we have all the time in the world to wait for contractors to arrive and so on. I've had to say, "I have a really full week this week." When I say that they understand, but apparently they don't think of it on their own.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: elmore3003 on August 02, 2017, 03:24:15 PM
I need to find the score I am editing next, the fourth Moross Ballet Ballad titled "Red Riding Hood Revisited."  I think I know where it is.  then I need to assemble my meds for the next week.  After that it's the PBS Downton Abbey Marathon, which is linked to some of the tackiest gifts for handing the station a "donation."
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: bk on August 02, 2017, 03:30:09 PM
Rehearsal in one hour and then a jog.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 03:30:22 PM
I don't think it occurs to them how this comes across to the tenants. If I'd known at the start that they were going to do this, I would not have rented here. they really do act as if we have all the time in the world to wait for contractors to arrive and so on. I've had to say, "I have a really full week this week." When I say that they understand, but apparently they don't think of it on their own.

Maybe with gentle comments from you they will understand how this comes across, or at least leave you alone.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 03:31:34 PM
When we moved here I asked if we needed to rinse the recycling, as in California where they don't to save water.  I got some strange looks over that one.  I realized later I should have let them know I was rinsing until told otherwise.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: ChasSmith on August 02, 2017, 03:32:01 PM
We have "single stream" (I think it's called?) recycling, in which all paper, plastic, and metal items go into one huge bin.  You're supposed to have rinsed the bottles, etc., before throwing them in there, which we do.  And even though I know we're not perfect at that, there's never been an odor.  But any kind of actual food container that "could" be recycled but would be ridiculous to clean up, forget it, out it goes with the trash.  I am not a complete saint, after all.  :)

I am tired of cleaning peanut butter jars and don't always do so.

Perfect example.  I've quit trying to clean those.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jrand74 on August 02, 2017, 03:32:09 PM
BACK BEARD!

I just like saying it.  I think it will be most popular with the populace.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jrand74 on August 02, 2017, 03:32:49 PM
My question for ASK BK DAY:

If there is one piece of furniture from your past that you could have back in pristine condition - what would it be?
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jrand74 on August 02, 2017, 03:33:44 PM
DR ELMORE my AC1 number was very good today.....the doctor is giving me three months and then may take me off my blood sugar medicine....
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jeanne on August 02, 2017, 03:33:51 PM
This morning I tried to call two LA housing agencies, but couldn't get through to either one. Par for the course. They wouldn't be bureaucracies otherwise. I found a useful website, though, on California rental law. It does state that tenants are expected to keep the premises as clean and sanitary as possible. (That doesn't include clutter, right?) But that's a very gray area. I was chatting with a friend who has had many rentals. He said, "If they open your refrigerator, tell them, 'You're my landlord, not my mother!'"
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jeanne on August 02, 2017, 03:36:01 PM
I don't think it occurs to them how this comes across to the tenants. If I'd known at the start that they were going to do this, I would not have rented here. they really do act as if we have all the time in the world to wait for contractors to arrive and so on. I've had to say, "I have a really full week this week." When I say that they understand, but apparently they don't think of it on their own.

Maybe with gentle comments from you they will understand how this comes across, or at least leave you alone.

Yes, I don't want an ugly confrontation. I think the best course is negotiation. But I won't hesitate to use a guilt trip or two, if needed. After all, it is NOT my responsibility to check the roof.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jeanne on August 02, 2017, 03:37:41 PM
DR ELMORE my AC1 number was very good today.....the doctor is giving me three months and then may take me off my blood sugar medicine....

Very good!
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jeanne on August 02, 2017, 03:42:15 PM
The therapist did her best/worst on my leg today and the pain was a lot less than it has been. She hoisted that haunch off the table and pressed that foot into my back side. The first time I didn't even grab the table.

I used to assume that progress with health issues was linear--a little at a time, but a gradual progression. I've learned that isn't always the case. Sometimes we need to do a lot of work to see ANY progress. It doesn't mean we're not making progress, but it may take a while to see it. It sounds like you are making progress, though. A session without noticeable progress isn't necessarily backsliding, either.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jeanne on August 02, 2017, 03:43:44 PM
Back to work for this kid.

TTFN.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: bk on August 02, 2017, 04:06:36 PM
Rehearsal in twenty minutes, then a jog.  We should be done by five-thirty, and it should be a bit cooler then.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: George on August 02, 2017, 04:08:25 PM
DR ELMORE my AC1 number was very good today.....the doctor is giving me three months and then may take me off my blood sugar medicine....

Good luck!
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: bk on August 02, 2017, 04:09:54 PM
Page four?  Really?
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: elmore3003 on August 02, 2017, 04:13:08 PM
DR ELMORE my AC1 number was very good today.....the doctor is giving me three months and then may take me off my blood sugar medicine....

Fantastic news! Who says HHW vibes don't work?
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jrand74 on August 02, 2017, 04:36:24 PM
AHA!  Not me!  I have been the recipient of the PATENTED HHW vibes on several occasions, and they have never failed me!
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: KevinH on August 02, 2017, 04:43:28 PM
AHA!  Not me!  I have been the recipient of the PATENTED HHW vibes on several occasions, and they have never failed me!



Great news, DR JRand!
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 04:48:17 PM
We have "single stream" (I think it's called?) recycling, in which all paper, plastic, and metal items go into one huge bin.  You're supposed to have rinsed the bottles, etc., before throwing them in there, which we do.  And even though I know we're not perfect at that, there's never been an odor.  But any kind of actual food container that "could" be recycled but would be ridiculous to clean up, forget it, out it goes with the trash.  I am not a complete saint, after all.  :)

I am tired of cleaning peanut butter jars and don't always do so.

Perfect example.  I've quit trying to clean those.

They really are a pain.  I wish the jars were still glass.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 04:48:50 PM
DR ELMORE my AC1 number was very good today.....the doctor is giving me three months and then may take me off my blood sugar medicine....

Great!  Vibes it happens!
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 04:50:53 PM
This morning I tried to call two LA housing agencies, but couldn't get through to either one. Par for the course. They wouldn't be bureaucracies otherwise. I found a useful website, though, on California rental law. It does state that tenants are expected to keep the premises as clean and sanitary as possible. (That doesn't include clutter, right?) But that's a very gray area. I was chatting with a friend who has had many rentals. He said, "If they open your refrigerator, tell them, 'You're my landlord, not my mother!'"

Funny, but if they own the frig and it is full of mold, which I am sure is not in your refrigerator, that would be a concern.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: John G. on August 02, 2017, 05:57:35 PM
I just cleaned a plate of tacos as if I hadn't eaten in weeks. The corn tortillas were topped with beans, carnitas, cabbage-lime slaw, queso fresco and avocado. A cucumber-jalapeño margarita on the side. Very happy.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: John G. on August 02, 2017, 06:05:47 PM
The Washington Post reviewed McDonald's new sriracha and kale burger, which, I am sure, BK is aching to try:

It’s the fast-food equivalent of watching your father sport rompers and pledge his undying love for Drake. But the quarter-pounder jacked up on Sriracha Mac sauce doesn’t taste bad.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: vixmom on August 02, 2017, 06:06:09 PM
Excellent health news from JRand and Elmore!!  Vibes that the trend continues!
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: vixmom on August 02, 2017, 06:06:51 PM
Thank you all for making me feel less like a dunce about the fan
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Ginny on August 02, 2017, 06:22:11 PM
Well, we had a nice outing this evening, but did not see The Merry Wives of Windsor.  We left here early enough to pick up sandwiches at Izzy's and we were going to have a picnic dinner at the park before the show.  We got a great parking place, but the thunder and lightening were beginning as we pulled in.  We decided to have our picnic in the car, which was a good thing because the heavens opened while we were eating.  My friend Becky, whose car was parked nearby, walked up soaking wet and eventually it was determined that the show would not go on.  Becky went home to dry out and Richard and I went to Graeter's.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Ginny on August 02, 2017, 06:26:14 PM
This AWFUL NEWS (http://www.wlwt.com/article/identity-of-fort-thomas-teen-killed-by-tree-released/10401825?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Headlines%20PM%202017-08-02&utm_term=wlwt_news_afternoon_headlines) was breaking on my Facebook feed when I first got up this morning.  Michelle's Mom is one of the Vera Bradley girls I used to get together with from time to time.

And this is my second Northern Kentucky friend to lose a child in a freak accident.  A librarian friend's then 9-year-old son (6 months younger than Rob) drowned in a storm drain.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: ChasSmith on August 02, 2017, 06:41:56 PM
That is horrible, DR Ginny. 
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: vixmom on August 02, 2017, 06:43:23 PM
Oh Ginny that is terrible. My deepest condolences to all
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Ginny on August 02, 2017, 06:44:14 PM
Yes, it is, DR ChasSmith, and still hard to believe...
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Ginny on August 02, 2017, 06:47:04 PM
Oh Ginny that is terrible. My deepest condolences to all

I'd kind drifted apart from the Vera girls, so have not seen Patty for several years.  I did follow, on Facebook, her own brave journey with breast cancer and the drug-related death of a nephew and hoped things were finally beginning to settle down for the family. 
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: George on August 02, 2017, 07:10:08 PM
Oh, my goodness.  That's horrible.  My condolences to her family. :(
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: George on August 02, 2017, 07:11:54 PM
Well, I need to leave work now.  I'm meeting my friend Margo for dinner at a local restaurant.  I haven't been there in years (and I had only been a couple of times at all), but it's supposed to (still) be pretty darned good.

Be back later.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: bk on August 02, 2017, 07:29:13 PM
Our patented most excellent vibes and xylophones are like little miracles. 
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: bk on August 02, 2017, 07:29:55 PM
Had our little rehearsal, which wasn't quite as smooth as I like due to some brain gas passing on the part of the MD, but it's all good now.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: bk on August 02, 2017, 07:33:14 PM
Best thing o' the day: Last night I sent Richard Sherman an e-mail with the lyric I wrote for a new song for Levi, in an act two scene that desperately needed a song - I used the last line of the scene as the title, as it was kind of perfect.  Elizabeth didn't give it to him until five o'clock today.  He called me at 5:45 and played the music he'd just written - and it's beautiful.  He switched up the last four lines (which were kind of a coda - I did them in a certain style and he made it more like he and his brother would have done, which is fine by me), but just beautifully set the rest of my lyric.  I knew I had to write it because I knew exactly what it needed to say and how it needed to say it in terms of the character singing it.  So, Richard and I have written our second song.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: vixmom on August 02, 2017, 07:48:43 PM
Best thing o' the day: Last night I sent Richard Sherman an e-mail with the lyric I wrote for a new song for Levi, in an act two scene that desperately needed a song - I used the last line of the scene as the title, as it was kind of perfect.  Elizabeth didn't give it to him until five o'clock today.  He called me at 5:45 and played the music he'd just written - and it's beautiful.  He switched up the last four lines (which were kind of a coda - I did them in a certain style and he made it more like he and his brother would have done, which is fine by me), but just beautifully set the rest of my lyric.  I knew I had to write it because I knew exactly what it needed to say and how it needed to say it in terms of the character singing it.  So, Richard and I have written our second song.

That is great!  Can't wait to hear it
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: vixmom on August 02, 2017, 07:52:37 PM
Since I know you all like a good bargain story... I have 2 analon 8 inch French skillets which I love and use daily but they have become rather the worse for wear.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: vixmom on August 02, 2017, 07:53:07 PM
I had been thinking of relaxing then but st $35 a pop I have held off.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: vixmom on August 02, 2017, 07:54:41 PM
Today I received some Macy's coupons in the mail and one of the was for 25% off so I went onto Macy's.com to see what I could see
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: vixmom on August 02, 2017, 07:58:20 PM
And lo and behold the skillet I wanted was on sale for $25 and they allowed the 25% off coupon to be used as well.  Free pickup at the store right down the road from work ..I ended up getting 2 for just over the price of one
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: John G. on August 02, 2017, 08:44:27 PM
Horrifying news, Ginny.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: John G. on August 02, 2017, 08:45:34 PM
Elmore, the new list of titles from Premiere Opera has a bootleg video of The New Yorkers. I'll have to get that when I can afford anything again.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 09:35:40 PM
We watched the excellent film, The Man Who Knew Infinity".
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: vixmom on August 02, 2017, 09:43:14 PM
Good night all.   I thought I'd se TCB by now
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 09:44:32 PM
The Washington Post reviewed McDonald's new sriracha and kale burger, which, I am sure, BK is aching to try:

It’s the fast-food equivalent of watching your father sport rompers and pledge his undying love for Drake. But the quarter-pounder jacked up on Sriracha Mac sauce doesn’t taste bad.

😄
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 10:16:17 PM
DR Ginny, such heartbreaking news 💔
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 10:18:21 PM
And lo and behold the skillet I wanted was on sale for $25 and they allowed the 25% off coupon to be used as well.  Free pickup at the store right down the road from work ..I ended up getting 2 for just over the price of one

Congrats on getting good a great deal.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: Jane on August 02, 2017, 10:19:45 PM
Best thing o' the day: Last night I sent Richard Sherman an e-mail with the lyric I wrote for a new song for Levi, in an act two scene that desperately needed a song - I used the last line of the scene as the title, as it was kind of perfect.  Elizabeth didn't give it to him until five o'clock today.  He called me at 5:45 and played the music he'd just written - and it's beautiful.  He switched up the last four lines (which were kind of a coda - I did them in a certain style and he made it more like he and his brother would have done, which is fine by me), but just beautifully set the rest of my lyric.  I knew I had to write it because I knew exactly what it needed to say and how it needed to say it in terms of the character singing it.  So, Richard and I have written our second song.

Two songs together now.  I can imagine how special this is for you.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: George on August 02, 2017, 10:26:47 PM
Best thing o' the day: Last night I sent Richard Sherman an e-mail with the lyric I wrote for a new song for Levi, in an act two scene that desperately needed a song - I used the last line of the scene as the title, as it was kind of perfect.  Elizabeth didn't give it to him until five o'clock today.  He called me at 5:45 and played the music he'd just written - and it's beautiful.  He switched up the last four lines (which were kind of a coda - I did them in a certain style and he made it more like he and his brother would have done, which is fine by me), but just beautifully set the rest of my lyric.  I knew I had to write it because I knew exactly what it needed to say and how it needed to say it in terms of the character singing it.  So, Richard and I have written our second song.

That's so cool!  So, when are you going to write a whole show together? :D
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: bk on August 02, 2017, 10:46:45 PM
Finished with my viewing.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 11:35:19 PM
Good evening!
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 11:36:34 PM
Page 5?  Really?
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 11:37:40 PM
Page 6
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 11:39:08 PM
I am sorry that I missed Vixmom.  It is so rare that someone is looking for me, other than my creditors.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 11:39:48 PM
I have really been out of it this evening.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 11:40:38 PM
The hot weather has been doing a number on my remaining brain cells.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 11:41:51 PM
Tomorrow is supposed to be our hottest day of the year, but we may not reach triple digits.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 11:44:05 PM
The wind has been blowing from the north for the last two days.  It has brought all the smoke from the British Columbia forest fires down into Seattle and Tacoma.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 11:45:20 PM
The smoke has created a heavy haze that looks like a foggy day in London Town.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 11:47:13 PM
As of this evening, our air is now ranked as "unhealthy for everyone."
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 11:48:23 PM
I couldn't even see Vashon Island out of my front windows.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 11:49:44 PM
I skipped the old actors lunch to have a lovely lunch with my friend, Tracy.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 11:52:16 PM
She had wanted me to audition with her for MISERY, but now the rights have been withdrawn for the next twelve months.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 11:54:01 PM
#161
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 11:55:24 PM
So, I am off the hook from having to audition this year.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: George on August 02, 2017, 11:57:38 PM
The wind has been blowing from the north for the last two days.  It has brought all the smoke from the British Columbia forest fires down into Seattle and Tacoma.

I know!  It was the weirdest thing.  I don't remember ever having that happen before. :-\
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 11:58:00 PM
I already knew I was far too old to play the role, even though I am very good at falling down and crawling on the floor.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: TCB on August 02, 2017, 11:59:13 PM
I wonder if George is still out to dinner?  I wonder where they went?


Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: George on August 02, 2017, 11:59:40 PM
She had wanted me to audition with her for MISERY, but now the rights have been withdrawn for the next twelve months.

I was wondering what happened.  pug had said something about the auditions being cancelled, but she didn't say why.  I haven't been on FB very much, so I don't know if anything had been posted there.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: George on August 03, 2017, 12:01:26 AM
I wonder if George is still out to dinner?  I wonder where they went?

I'm home.  I've been watching TV shows recorded on my DVR so that I could free up some space.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: TCB on August 03, 2017, 12:02:57 AM
Whoever holds the rights to the play has withdrawn them for one year.  No explanation has been given.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: TCB on August 03, 2017, 12:03:52 AM
Do you have the smoke down there, too?
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: George on August 03, 2017, 12:04:03 AM
Margo abd I went to Mercato Ristorante (http://www.mercatoristorante.com) for dinner.  We both ended up having the Caesar salad and both thought that it was very good.
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: George on August 03, 2017, 12:04:40 AM
Do you have the smoke down there, too?

Yes...it was very hazy. :P
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: TCB on August 03, 2017, 12:05:00 AM
Have you watched DAMN YANKEES yet?
Title: Re: THE SANDWICH THING
Post by: George on August 03, 2017, 12:10:08 AM
Have you watched DAMN YANKEES yet?

Not yet.  I want to clear off one of my DVRs because I need to get a new one (it's really pixilating while watching, but not recording), so the sooner I can empty it, the better...but DY is definitely on the "need to watch" pile.