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Posted by james saunders on Monday, July 31, 2006 6:00 PM
Heya Guys and girls!!!

long time no see!

I've been spending alot of my time over the other side of the tracks... Smile [:)]
BUT...the temptation of Madam mook  and every one here was irristiable Big Smile [:D]

i guess this was just a quick check in, i'll pop in later Smile [:)]


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Posted by edblysard on Monday, July 31, 2006 5:03 PM

Chris,

Still have that issue, framed.

It was voted one of the Best cover Shots by a Geographic readers poll.

Ed

 

 CopCarSS wrote:

Mook,

The irises in our eyes are actually even more individualistic than our fingerprints. Remember the National Geographic cover image back in the 80's of the young Afghan refugee girl? They were finally able to find her again a couple years ago (it was and probably still is one of the most discussed covers in the magazines history). They were able to identify her by her irises (which, admittedly, are almost as colorful as yours).

There's a little write-up on the story here:

http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2002/03/0311_020312_sharbat.html

Meanwhile, in other news, we actually saw a couple raindrops last night. Seems the monsoonal weather pattern is firing up some afternoon storms. Could happen again today, so I'll keep my fingers crossed.

Anyways, I had better get to work. Hope you all have a great day!

TTFN!

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Posted by CopCarSS on Monday, July 31, 2006 3:41 PM

 mudchicken wrote:
Geez...and I thought I was watching a concrete pour this morning?Confused [%-)]...gotta start laying off the Colorado Barley Pop with Sunday dinner!Smile [:)]Smile [:)]Big Smile [:D]

Hanging out under a Blue Moon again, MC? Perhaps putting a Fat Tire on your bicycle? Or maybe just headed over to the Railyard?

Be wary...it's all part of Hickenlooper's plan to take over Denver, Colorado and maybe the world if he has time! Wink [;)]Tongue [:P]

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Posted by JoeKoh on Monday, July 31, 2006 3:09 PM

hmmm there is a trail of feathers and fur going out the door. i tapped a new keg of gatorade for those working outside today. that pork chop abracababra is smelling real good.going to need some for lunch.

stay safe

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Posted by Anonymous on Monday, July 31, 2006 10:54 AM

Mornin' All

I want to thank everyone for your thoughts and prayers.  Duchess is about the same as far as the nacked eye can see.  She is still up and somewhat active and is taking her pills and eating the special dog food.  We have an appointment for 11 am tomorrow morning and I hope the vet can find some impovement in her blood.  I can't see any improvement but I don't see any worsening either, so as long as she can eat and take her pills there is hope.  The vet claims the liver is an amazing organ and can regenerate itself so we are hoping it is not too late to do so.  She was born in June of 2002 so she is 4 people years old.  Dobermans have lived to be about 18 years old but the norm is anywhere from 10 to 12 or so.  Sasha was 10 years and 4 months when she was put to sleep with lung cancer.  I am hoping that Duchess can make it through this and live out a nice good life.

I have to work today but this is a short week considering I have only worked the last 3 days and now get 2 days off.  Opps, forgot, I just accepted an overtime call for Tuesday 3rd shift.  But with the extra vet expenses I can use the extra money.

It is going to be a hot one today.  It sure was yesterday too.

Best Wishes to All.

Everyone Take Care

 

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Posted by mudchicken on Monday, July 31, 2006 10:26 AM
 CopCarSS wrote:

PS - just saw the strangest thing as I was leaving the diner. There was a chicken running down the street, followed by a guy wearing some positively medieval footwear, both being chased by a cat. It seemed that both the chicken and the footwear model were headed towards the bakery in search of a large chocolate cake..........................................................

 

Geez...and I thought I was watching a concrete pour this morning?Confused [%-)]...gotta start laying off the Colorado Barley Pop with Sunday dinner!Smile [:)]Smile [:)]Big Smile [:D]

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Posted by Mookie on Monday, July 31, 2006 10:13 AM

My eyes are leaking from laughing so hard! 

 

 

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Posted by locomutt on Monday, July 31, 2006 9:29 AM
 blhanel wrote:
 CopCarSS wrote:

P.S. Just saw the strangest thing as I was leaving the diner. There was a chicken running down the street, followed by a guy wearing some positively medieval footwear, both being chased by a cat. It seemed that both the chicken and the footwear model were headed towards the bakery in search of a large chocolate cake..........................................................

...and four dozen ears of sweet corn for today's dinner as well!  I'll do the shucking...



Chris;ROFLMAO!!

Brian, Do you need/want any help "shucking" the corn,or do you want me to create a diversion
by chasing the cat,so you and MC can get away?!Laugh [(-D]Laugh [(-D]

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Posted by blhanel on Monday, July 31, 2006 8:51 AM
 CopCarSS wrote:

P.S. Just saw the strangest thing as I was leaving the diner. There was a chicken running down the street, followed by a guy wearing some positively medieval footwear, both being chased by a cat. It seemed that both the chicken and the footwear model were headed towards the bakery in search of a large chocolate cake..........................................................

...and four dozen ears of sweet corn for today's dinner as well!  I'll do the shucking...

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Posted by CopCarSS on Monday, July 31, 2006 8:48 AM

Morning All,

Well, I have some descriptions up on the weekend adventures now. Will try to get a post together with a little more detailed trip report in here either on lunch or tonight.

Sarah, hope you have a safe trip back to PA.

Well, I guess I had better get to work. Hope you all have a great day!

TTFN!

P.S. Just saw the strangest thing as I was leaving the diner. There was a chicken running down the street, followed by a guy wearing some positively medieval footwear, both being chased by a cat. It seemed that both the chicken and the footwear model were headed towards the bakery in search of a large chocolate cake..........................................................

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Posted by blhanel on Monday, July 31, 2006 8:45 AM
 locomutt wrote:
 blhanel wrote:

Ah, I get it!

//runs



What's that? Shucked?!!Big Smile [:D]Smile,Wink, & Grin [swg]

Just out of curiosity,how tall is the Corn now?

All tasseled out now, typically around eight feet tall.  Chatted with a farmer friend at church yesterday, he said the crop around here is looking pretty good this year.  We've been getting the rain just in time.  I've been less than impressed with the quality of the sweet corn we've bought, though.

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Posted by locomutt on Monday, July 31, 2006 7:57 AM
 blhanel wrote:

Ah, I get it!

//runs



What's that? Shucked?!!Big Smile [:D]Smile,Wink, & Grin [swg]

Just out of curiosity,how tall is the Corn now?

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Posted by blhanel on Monday, July 31, 2006 7:46 AM

Ah, I get it!

//runs

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Posted by Mookie on Monday, July 31, 2006 7:40 AM
 blhanel wrote:
 Mookie wrote:

grilled cousin

Boy, I'm glad we're not related...

//puts on metal boots just in case

Cousin is so I won't offend a certain feathered fowl.  I think Iowa is noted for its corn....I think I am on to something here. 

You know - if I stand on my all my tippy toes, it makes me much taller.......

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Posted by blhanel on Monday, July 31, 2006 7:29 AM
 Mookie wrote:

grilled cousin

Boy, I'm glad we're not related...

//puts on metal boots just in case

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Posted by Mookie on Monday, July 31, 2006 6:56 AM

^~^  ? 

Been a busy weekend.  Hope Duchess is doing better.  This is tough.  All animals have a special place with pseudo-Mookie.

Today's lunch should be a variety of fresh veggies - from the veggie stand outside, along with sliced melon and grilled cousin.  Crackers and croissants on side.  Mmmmm - nice on a hot day. 

Then.....a nap. 

Big Smile [:D]

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Posted by JoeKoh on Monday, July 31, 2006 6:39 AM

Sarah

have a safe trip home.CW since its going to be so hot today how about some garden salads or subs for lunch? or maybe the kitty will chime in with an idea or two. defineately got the ac on in here today.

stay safe

Joe

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Posted by cherokee woman on Monday, July 31, 2006 6:18 AM
Cannonball, that does sound like a good breakfast.  But
I'm all out of ham. 

Coffee is ready, along with fresh orange juice, iced tea,
and lemonade. 

Breakfast this morning:  sausage, biscuits and sausage
gravy, grits, scrambled or fried eggs. 

Someone else will have to do lunch today, or you all can
fend for yourselves.  We will be leaving around 12, 12:30,
to take Sarah to the airport. 

Do have supper taken care of though:  there are two large
Crock Pots with pork chop abracadbra cooking on low for
supper tonight. 


As Mutt said, it's been  a great two weeks with Sarah, and
we both hate to have to put her on a plane back to Phila-
delpia. But it is time for her to go back, and go back to
work. 

Sarah, Godspeed on your trip back to Philadelphia! 

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Posted by locomutt on Sunday, July 30, 2006 11:35 PM
Brian,we didn't get quite that hot today (seems that's coming later this week) but it
did get up to about 91-92 here today,with one of those out of sight heat index figures.

Switch8frg,that sounds about like the meal that is planned for in the morning here;and
yes,we'll be losing our "favorite visitor" for awhile,it's been a great two weeks.

Jim, hope that Duchess is doing well now,and continues to do so.

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Posted by UPTRAIN on Sunday, July 30, 2006 11:04 PM

Saw a CSX Choo Choo today.  YAY!  I mean...yay!  Jim, I hope the precious doggie is fine, I'll pray for the little girl.  She's one of the nicest women I've ever met, but not the hariest. 

 

Ya'll pray for Dutchess!

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Posted by blhanel on Sunday, July 30, 2006 10:42 PM
Good late evening, everyone, been a busy day here today and haven't had a chance to check the forum until now.  Sorry to hear about Duchess, Jim- hope she pulls through alright.  We'll add her and you to our prayers.  We certainly had a hot one today, hottest of the summer if I believe my thermometer- it showed 101.5 degrees around 3:30 this afternoon.  Of course, a couple of weeks ago I agreed to grill supper this afternoon for our church small group.Dead [xx(]

Have a safe flight home, Sarah.
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Posted by switch7frg on Sunday, July 30, 2006 10:00 PM

Breakfast :

    CW, how bout ham slice with redeye gravy  over  grits  and drop biscuits golden brown then wash it down with coffee . Maybe that would be a good send off for Ms. Sarah . Respectfully ,  Cannonball.

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Posted by railfan619 on Sunday, July 30, 2006 9:44 PM
Good eveing everyone how is we doin this fine eveing well the heat is on tomorrow. The temps are going to be up around 100 and tuesday are also going to be up 100 but by wed. there are only going to be about 90 or less and. I do beleave we are going to a cold front coming. Though which will feel really good but anywho that's about it for now hope everyone has a good night and. I will be talkin to you all tomorrow.
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Posted by cherokee woman on Sunday, July 30, 2006 5:45 PM
Well, since no one gave me any suggestions (as I asked),
for supper, you can eat what I went ahead and fixed:

tuna melt w/cheddar cheese sauce, peas, carrots, and
strawberry cheese cake for dessert.

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Posted by CShaveRR on Sunday, July 30, 2006 5:18 PM

Looks like you got to see the 1989, anyway, Chris!  I like your yard shots.

Party hearty!

(I shall do the same--sister and her family will be getting off the train in five minutes.)

Carl

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Posted by CopCarSS on Sunday, July 30, 2006 4:26 PM

Jim,

You and Dutchess will be in my prayers.

Can't stay too long, as I have a birthday party to get to. Have posted pics from the weekends adventures involving UP 1989 and the G,B,&L, er....D,SP&P....uh, C&S....GLRR! There we go... The pics are up at:

http://www.pbase.com/copcarss/jul_06_trains

Sorry there's no descriptions currently. Will try my best to get them posted tomorrow. I'll also try to post some shots on the forum here, with a little more detailed trip report.

Until then, hope you all have a great day!

TTFN!

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Posted by switch7frg on Sunday, July 30, 2006 2:54 PM

  JHH   God protects all creatures great and small  , in his Divine way  you also.

     Best of blessings to Dutchess and you.  Cannonball ,   another Jim

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Posted by railfan619 on Sunday, July 30, 2006 2:08 PM
MS. CW What's for Din din tonight somethin good oh and for those of people that really don't want to know there is only 4 weeks left of summer break and then we all go back to school.
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Posted by CSXrules4eva on Sunday, July 30, 2006 2:06 PM
Well, today is my last full day in the City of Louisville. I leave tomorrow on a plane back to Philadelphia International Airport. BOOOOOO............I'm not looking forward to heading back, I don't want to go back to work either. But.....I have to make some money somehow.


LORD HELP US ALL TO BE ORIGINAL AND NOT CRISPY!!! please? Sarah J.M. Warner conductor CSX
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Posted by mudchicken on Sunday, July 30, 2006 1:53 PM

JHH: .....Andy, Gus & Lilly have their paws crossed for Dutchess. Having just watched Andy go through a struggle with steroid induced Cushing's Disease, we know what you are going through.

Mud

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