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Posted by wrmcclellan on Friday, September 15, 2017 9:30 AM

Chief - prayers for your FIL Angel

Regards, Roy

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Posted by rtraincollector on Friday, September 15, 2017 3:11 PM

Chief Prayers For Father in Law.

Afternoon all. Slowly but surely I'm digging a trench about 8" wide and 2' deep to run the new wire from the home to the garage. Only problem is I'm running into roots about every 6" - 8". I hope after I get down a bit I will be okay. But need to get by the roots first. Biggest one so far has been about 2" across. 

Still need to put in the bottom element to the oven ( it came in Wednesday. ) Last night we saw a small leak coming from the washer. Might be easier just to replace it as it is on the older side. ( about nine years) I know some last a lot longer but this wasn't your very good model more like the bottom of the line one. 

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Posted by Banks on Friday, September 15, 2017 7:25 PM

Hello there,

Chief. ....Prayers for your FIL.

The boss passed last night. Bout 9 months after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.

I found out Wednesday that the company is going to be closed and the assets sold to a company we've done some joint venture with. They are planning to hire our men. This company is from State College . The plan is to open a satellite office in Altoona using the new assets.

I'm not sure if they are planning to use me or not . If not I'll  take unemployment til it runs out and retire. If there is a place for me I'll give them a year.

I'm  planning to be retired before Christmas of 2018.

Think I'm going to bed soon

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Posted by cheapclassics on Friday, September 15, 2017 9:14 PM

Good evening all,

Busy day at work.  Good walking weather.  Plans for Saturday still up in air.   Foyt team back to tail end charlie.  Roy, glad to hear your Jeep problem may be fixed.  Banks, sorry to hear about your boss and work.  Got a brief email from my Norwegian soccer friend.  School and family keeping her busy.   I hope everyone has a good day.

Keep on training,

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Posted by fifedog on Saturday, September 16, 2017 6:30 AM

Mornin' boys.  2 surprise visits in 1 week.  Wifey and I were watching tv last night, when the oldest Princess, SIL, and grandson pull up in the driveway.  Wifey is happy.  FifeMax is happy.

Chief - Thoughts are with the Mrs.

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Posted by rtraincollector on Saturday, September 16, 2017 8:22 AM

Fife, surprise visit are the best kind. I use to do that to my parents often. But I was in the Navy then and once they thought I wasaboard ship coming home from spain but I got allowed to leave in spain and meet the ship when it got back in Norfolk. Had a buddy pick me up. I stood around the corner from the front door and he rang the bell. My mother answers and he goes I have a surprise for you, And I walked around the corner. I had been gone about 7 months at that time. 

Morning all. No real plans for today as legs are hurting. Don't know from what. 

Hope all have a good day. Talk to you all later.

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Posted by KRM on Saturday, September 16, 2017 2:30 PM

Good afternoon,

I picked this up at a garage sale today for $15.00

 Don't know if it runs but looks like I can get a battery if it needs one. It is a Razor MX350 Dirt Rocket like the one listed here. Needs some TLC but I think the 4 year old Grand-son will like it.  Big Smile

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Posted by Sturgeon-Phish on Saturday, September 16, 2017 7:39 PM

Good Evening from 81°F Southern Ohio, 

I spent a good part of the day burning out a stump and more brush.  Then preached at Mass them went to a festival at one of the downtown parishes.  We came home and found another snake.  So far we have found 4 different species, garter, rough green, rat snake and today a brown snake.  We all checked it out then it went on it's merry way.  Being in the woods I expected to see lots of snakes and I want the kids to be able to identify the species.  Too many people see a snake and want to kill them. 

Roy – With the electronics on the cars today I read of issues with varibles in voltage or grounds  causing weird problems. 

Chief – I'll pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet for your Father in law 

RT – Go easy with the trench.  Would it be worth renting a ditch witch for? 

Fife – great visits! 

Dennis – I pray for your job situation 

Kev – 1st motorcycle?   

Good night and may God bless 

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Posted by cheapclassics on Saturday, September 16, 2017 8:23 PM

Good evening all,

A good weather day.   Wife was too tired from all the work this week so I went to the grandkids' games myself.  Granddaughter's team played much better this week and led a good portion of the game, but lost 3-2.  She did not seem to be too involved in the game, but then she is only 7.  Grandson played a fabulous game, almost perfect.  He played defense and hit every ball that came to him back to a teammate.  I do not think he could have played better.  Unfortunately, his opponents played a much better game and won 4-1.  I rested when I came home and we went to Mass.  We went out to dinner and even the senior portion was enough for two meals.   "My" soccer girls won their second game of the season 2-0, but "my" soccer boys lost again.   AJ's team had a mixed day as Daly was 13th or 14th quick, but Munoz is tail end charlie on the last row.  Hopefully a top 10 is in the cards tomorrow.  I hope everyone has a good day.

Keep on training,

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Posted by rtraincollector on Saturday, September 16, 2017 9:43 PM

Phish were only talking maybe 20 feet at the most from the house to the garage. It would take 3 times as long getting it here as to using it. It would be like a 5 minute job to use it. Roots are the main problem. but they only seem to be about 6" or less in the depth of the ground so once I get rid of them I should be able to dig it in no time. Most don't realize taking big shovel size digs acttually is harder on you and can take longer than taking a bunch of little size digs ( ie a 2" shovel full verses 5 -7" shovel full. ) 

Thats a job for tomorrow or monday anyway. as the guy won't be here until Monday or Tuesday now. Thats okay as I don't need power to the garage actually. It's more of a bonus than a need. I don't even know if the lights still work in there. 

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Posted by wrmcclellan on Saturday, September 16, 2017 10:06 PM

Evening all!

A hot one but a nice day today. 90's.

Spent the day cleaning up my workspace room. Then went this afternoon with neighbors to a local Octoberfest event. It was good fun. My son and several of his friends showed up also, so that was a treat.

 

 

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Posted by sir james I on Sunday, September 17, 2017 8:40 AM

I don't think I have checked in for awhile. I do read this each day. We have had sun and low 80s for several days now, nice for spending evenings on the porch. All our Fla. friends are OK, most left till they knew the power was back on.

S.J.

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Posted by wrmcclellan on Sunday, September 17, 2017 9:06 AM

Morning gang!

A warm one today - 91 predicted.

SJ - nice porch weather! Enjoy!

NASCAR and football today!

Regards, Roy

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Posted by KRM on Sunday, September 17, 2017 9:24 AM

Sun and mid 80s today, leaves are turning fast and falling already.

Friends wake today. Tongue Tied

Then grand-son for the rest of the day. Will make him help with the clean up of the mini motorcycle parts and we have to replace a tire on his elect Jeep.

Jim Phish, yes this is his first powered bike. He got on his neighbors bicycle about 5 months ago and just started riding on his own. No training wheels or training as far as that goes. He turned 4 about two months ago, he is still kind of young. He now has a 12" bike of his own and this mini motorcycle is also a 12". So this should be fun.

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Sunday, September 17, 2017 11:25 AM

Afternoon.  Went to new Methodist Church now meeting in the park.  Moving to leased space first of Oct.  Good group.  Modern type serice.

Wifey at FIL's.  Still the same.

Kev, prayers for your friend's family.  Great find for Grandson.  Got Frankie a little larger version whenhe was 6.  Taught him maintenance and etc.  He did good on it.

Hope all have a great week ahead.

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Posted by wrmcclellan on Sunday, September 17, 2017 8:30 PM

Ooof! Cowboys stunk it up at Denver and Truex continues to dominate....

Chief - continued prayers for your FIL

Kev - also prayers for your friends family.

Banks - prayers for your future after the passing of your boss. Understand you have a plan. That's good!

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Posted by cheapclassics on Sunday, September 17, 2017 9:01 PM

Good evening all,

Good weather today.  Mowed and edged the yard.  Did a little trimming as well.  Listened to Indy car finale.  Newgarden is series champ, first American in quite a while.  Daly got another top 10 for AJ and Munoz was 15th.  I hope everyone has a good day.

Keep on training,

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Posted by rtraincollector on Monday, September 18, 2017 7:08 AM

Morning all. No plans for today at present. Started wash for the other half. With all that has been going on we got behind on it. We had a leak around the washer the other day so I cut water to it. But today don't see anything so wondering if it may have came from the dish drain which is right beside the washer ( we have washer and dryer in the kitchen ( I hate that, I like them in there own space ) 

Hope all have a good day. Talk to you all later.

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Monday, September 18, 2017 7:23 AM

My nutty SIL [who is RN] called at 5 AM and said FIL about to die.  This could have waited [that may sound bad but you have to know her].  Now everyone will feel bad all day as no sleep.  He will probably pass today and that will be a relief.  He has been in bad shape for days.  Only the Lord knows.

Got to get moving and do my scheduled things until Wifey calls.  

Have a good one. 

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Posted by wrmcclellan on Monday, September 18, 2017 8:20 AM

Morning all!

Another sunny day - 93 predicted.

Chief - Angel for your FIL's peaceful passing.

RT - that would be good if the washer is not leaking!

MikeC - Yes. Nice end to Indy-Car this year. 

Regards, Roy

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Posted by KRM on Monday, September 18, 2017 9:09 AM

Good morning,
 Have grand-son Jordan today and last night. We worked on his mini motorcycle yesterday. Cleaning parts and getting it ready to roll.
Today we will do leaves for the first time this year.
Wake yesterday went as well as I could hope for. Was good to make peace with Russ’s wife and myself about things. We did not have to discuss it, it was just understood when we saw each other. Saw some friends I have not seen since we moved out of Plainfield so that was a plus.
I hear you Chief, seems someone always needs to add un-needed or wanted drama to an already bad deal. Prayers for your family. Angel
Banks, best of luck on the job front. Fear of the unknown you know.
Roy, what I like about Truex is It is a one car team I think. Yes
RT good deal on the washer.
 Well a little guy just got out of bed so I best get moving.
 

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Posted by fifedog on Monday, September 18, 2017 9:32 AM

Mornin' boys.  63 and fog burning off along the Patterson Creek cut-off.  Long day yesterday at the RR; felt like Odysseus.  Horroscope said to avoid "fiery" issues at work today. "Check".  Perhaps work on my own RR today...

I like watching dvr'd Ravens games.  

Wouldn't mind seeing the 78 win it all.

Wifey wants FifeMax to get a bath. StormSad

 

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Posted by fifedog on Monday, September 18, 2017 9:41 AM

Holy frijoles, it's National Cheeseburger Day!

That's it; cleared my schedule.

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Posted by dougdagrump on Monday, September 18, 2017 7:22 PM

fifedog

Holy frijoles, it's National Cheeseburger Day!

 

Wouldn't you know it , I'm doing Mexican food for dinner. Does Bacon cheese burgers nite before last count ?

Got the results from my biopsy today. Came back positive and the doctor said it is in an area that is extremely difficult for a surgical removal. although she is going to check with the only surgeon that she would trust to do it for his opinion. It can be treated with meds but they don't cure they only more or less shrink and slow or stop the growth. Will be seeing the oncologist on Wednesday for his thoughts on tackling the issue.

Prayers for all in need.

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Posted by cheapclassics on Monday, September 18, 2017 8:02 PM

Good evening all,

Muggy day today.  "My" soccer boys lost 6-1, but junior high team won 8-0.  Quiet day at work.  I hope everyone has a good day.

Keep on training,

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Posted by Banks on Monday, September 18, 2017 8:56 PM

Praying for you Doug

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Posted by fifedog on Tuesday, September 19, 2017 6:29 AM

Gonna have to live up to your namesake and get GRUMPy with those bad blood cells.  My $$ is on you.

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Posted by cnw1995 on Tuesday, September 19, 2017 8:00 AM

Arrrrrr me hearties. 'Tis Talk Like a Pirate Day. Hopin' ye lily-livered swabs adjust ye riggin's and talk like real manly men today!

Praying for Cap'n Doug!

My condolences to you, Chief.

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Tuesday, September 19, 2017 8:04 AM

Wifey just text me.  Her Dad passed.  Blessing.  He has not been in a good state for months.  Last month has been really bad.

Have a good day.

Oh yes.  Today is Fifey Day. Wink

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Posted by KRM on Tuesday, September 19, 2017 9:19 AM

Arrrrrr,
Got .3" of rain over night. First rain in over 6 weeks.  Can't tell it rained now. When we lit the leaves on fire yesterday it was like a war zone from the acorns and other nuts popping. Walking to the shed is like roller skating. Walking around here can be deadly with all the nuts falling and on the ground, but I can take the acorns,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,it is the Walnuts that hurt!!!!  Surprise  Bang Head
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