Topic: CATCHING UP WITH AN OLD FRIEND (Read 6305 times)

Jane · « **Reply #150 on:** February 24, 2024, 03:46:26 PM »

Quote from: Freddie on February 24, 2024, 03:15:48 PM

Quote from: Jane on February 24, 2024, 03:00:25 PM
DR Chas Orange Julius. When I think of Orange Julius today I am not impressed. When I think of it from my childhood, charming and delicious.

I only had it had two locations. My mother and I would stop at the drug store counter, sit at the counter and have an Orange Julius along with a sandwich or hot dog.

Later I would get them at Stan's, who made them extra special. If I also got a hot dog then I would sit at the counter to eat, otherwise it was either sit to drink & chat with Stan or get it to go.

Delightful memories.

They are.

Jane · « **Reply #151 on:** February 24, 2024, 03:48:03 PM »

Jane · « **Reply #152 on:** February 24, 2024, 03:48:47 PM »

It tis the season. There is a planter on our walking path filled with these right not.

bk · « **Reply #153 on:** February 24, 2024, 03:56:16 PM »

Back from a wonderful lunch with my beloved Richard Sherman - we had so much fun. I think I'm the only friend he comes to have lunch with now. I had rigatoni with sausage in pink sauce. Wonderful. Since this was a belated birthday lunch, a chocolate shell containing gelato in chocolate, strawberry, and pistachio. Also very good.

Jane · « **Reply #154 on:** February 24, 2024, 04:06:33 PM »

Awww, it is wonderful he still gets out to meet you.

Ron Pulliam · « **Reply #155 on:** February 24, 2024, 04:16:16 PM »

TOD Redux:

White Castle -- ABSOLUTELY. Trouble is, there is never one around any more. Last time I went to one was in Indianapolis, and it was terrific. Ten burgers, a large fries and onion chips and a large chocolate shake...for about $6. SO GOOD!

I sometimes buy the frozen ones in grocery stores. I try to find the big box because it's better value for the money.

Freddie · « **Reply #156 on:** February 24, 2024, 04:46:02 PM »

Quote from: Rodzinski on February 24, 2024, 03:40:09 PM

I liked Arthur Treacher’s but those are all gone (again).
Captain D’s and Long John Silvers. The latter still has a few, I think.

Arthur Treacher's was really good. I remember that from the 1980s.

Freddie · « **Reply #157 on:** February 24, 2024, 04:47:40 PM »

Or was it the 1970s? Or both?

Freddie · « **Reply #158 on:** February 24, 2024, 04:48:23 PM »

Quote from: bk on February 24, 2024, 03:56:16 PM

Back from a wonderful lunch with my beloved Richard Sherman - we had so much fun. I think I'm the only friend he comes to have lunch with now. I had rigatoni with sausage in pink sauce. Wonderful. Since this was a belated birthday lunch, a chocolate shell containing gelato in chocolate, strawberry, and pistachio. Also very good.

Glad you had such a good time!

Jeanne · « **Reply #159 on:** February 24, 2024, 05:15:24 PM »

Hello, everyone.

Jeanne · « **Reply #160 on:** February 24, 2024, 05:16:53 PM »

Sorry to hear about your water issues, George. I’m glad you don’t have a broken pipe. Do take it seriously, though, as even minor leaks can cause a lot of damage.

Jeanne · « **Reply #161 on:** February 24, 2024, 05:18:15 PM »

Glad to hear DR Ron’s new medication is helping. Many people would be put off because it’s an injectable. You don’t seem to have a problem with that.

Jeanne · « **Reply #162 on:** February 24, 2024, 05:20:51 PM »

Quote from: elmore3003 on February 24, 2024, 08:54:45 AM

I did get a big chunk of tax work accomplished today.

I’d say you’re having a very good day. A mentor session, an interview, and a lot accomplished on your taxes. Even one could make a productive day.

Jeanne · « **Reply #163 on:** February 24, 2024, 05:22:03 PM »

Quote from: singdaw on February 24, 2024, 09:59:40 AM

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Am I the only one who doesn’t know what FFA Week is?

Jeanne · « **Reply #164 on:** February 24, 2024, 05:31:59 PM »

Bruce, I’m glad Richard is still up to going to lunch. I was afraid it was too difficult for him now. Glad you had a good time. Did you go to the same place as before?

Jeanne · « **Reply #165 on:** February 24, 2024, 05:44:16 PM »

TOD:

I don’t usually go to fast food restaurants, but I did like Arthur Treacher’s for fish and chips and I used to like Orange Julius and A&W. I loved A&W, in fact.

I now frequent a little place called Fast Taco. It’s not fast food, as everything is cooked to order, but it is fast. Everything is fresh and the owners are a very nice Armenian couple.

Jeanne · « **Reply #166 on:** February 24, 2024, 05:52:53 PM »

I just learned that we won’t be able to use the laundry room next week. They need to open up a wall to let it dry out. Sigh. Fortunately, I did some laundry a couple days ago in case there were more delays in the repairs. I’m glad I did.

Just too many problems in this building.

Jeanne · « **Reply #167 on:** February 24, 2024, 05:59:44 PM »

Speaking of restaurants, a couple weeks ago I learned that an eatery I had returned to, Fresh Corn Grill, has closed. A week ago I learned that one of my bagel bakeries, Bagelworks, has closed as well. The Counter, a burger place near me, had a change in ownership. It’s a franchise and the owner wanted out. It’s still open, but it’s now owned by the parent company. I know that one was due to Covid and the slack sales since. I suspect the others were, too. Many businesses still haven’t recovered. It’s sad.

Jeanne · « **Reply #168 on:** February 24, 2024, 06:02:18 PM »

Sorry to hear that one of Jane and Keith’s favorite restaurants is closing. What a loss.

Jeanne · « **Reply #169 on:** February 24, 2024, 06:02:26 PM »

TTFN.

Freddie · « **Reply #170 on:** February 24, 2024, 06:07:48 PM »

Quote from: Jeanne on February 24, 2024, 05:52:53 PM

I just learned that we won’t be able to use the laundry room next week. They need to open up a wall to let it dry out. Sigh. Fortunately, I did some laundry a couple days ago in case there were more delays in the repairs. I’m glad I did.

Just too many problems in this building.

So sorry to hear about the building problems, Jeanne!

Jane · « **Reply #171 on:** February 24, 2024, 06:31:13 PM »

Quote from: Jeanne on February 24, 2024, 05:22:03 PM

Quote from: singdaw on February 24, 2024, 09:59:40 AM
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Am I the only one who doesn’t know what FFA Week is?

I didn't until I looked it up.

Jane · « **Reply #172 on:** February 24, 2024, 06:32:01 PM »

Quote from: Jeanne on February 24, 2024, 05:59:44 PM

Speaking of restaurants, a couple weeks ago I learned that an eatery I had returned to, Fresh Corn Grill, has closed. A week ago I learned that one of my bagel bakeries, Bagelworks, has closed as well. The Counter, a burger place near me, had a change in ownership. It’s a franchise and the owner wanted out. It’s still open, but it’s now owned by the parent company. I know that one was due to Covid and the slack sales since. I suspect the others were, too. Many businesses still haven’t recovered. It’s sad.

Sorry.

Jane · « **Reply #173 on:** February 24, 2024, 06:32:58 PM »

Quote from: Jeanne on February 24, 2024, 06:02:18 PM

Sorry to hear that one of Jane and Keith’s favorite restaurants is closing. What a loss.

At least it is because they are retiring. It is hard to imagine they haven't put it up for sale. At the least I would think something else will go in the spot on the river.

Jane · « **Reply #174 on:** February 24, 2024, 06:33:22 PM »

Speedy repair vibes for the laundry room of DR Jeanne.

singdaw · « **Reply #175 on:** February 24, 2024, 06:39:25 PM »

Quote from: Jane on February 24, 2024, 06:31:13 PM

I didn't until I looked it up.

I sure didn't.

singdaw · « **Reply #176 on:** February 24, 2024, 06:43:04 PM »

I didn't even realize the SAG awards were on tonight. Streaming on Netflix.

singdaw · « **Reply #177 on:** February 24, 2024, 06:49:03 PM »

I think they're over now, actually. Hope that they can be viewed on demand later.

singdaw · « **Reply #178 on:** February 24, 2024, 06:50:59 PM »

Watched and enjoyed The Holdovers tonight.

singdaw · « **Reply #179 on:** February 24, 2024, 06:51:19 PM »

Babs was awarded her Lifetime Achievement award.

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