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by DadsMod12
Mon Feb 19, 2024 10:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another funny meme
Replies: 7
Views: 439

Re: Another funny meme

I remember my first airplane ride in1968, it was a charter to the Rose Bowl. I was in 5th grade. My parents bought me my first coat and tie. On the flight home we had steak. My dad asked for scotch. About 30 minutes before landing the stewardess gave my dad the bottle of scotch she had opened for hi...
by DadsMod12
Wed Nov 01, 2023 8:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Global warming is real !!
Replies: 14
Views: 773

Re: Global warming is real !!

My wife about fell off the couch.
by DadsMod12
Tue Oct 24, 2023 8:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Favorite sippin’ bourbons?
Replies: 44
Views: 12894

Re: Favorite sippin’ bourbons?

I'm a Maker's Mark Ambassador, so obliviously I like Maker's. Even if you're not a huge fan of Maker's you should sign up to be an Ambassador, it's free and fun. You also can't go wrong with Woodford Reserve, Four Roses, and Buffalo Trace. Two summers ago I bought a bottle of Breckenridge Bourbon th...
by DadsMod12
Mon Oct 09, 2023 8:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Good thoughts, por favor?
Replies: 10
Views: 383

Re: Good thoughts, por favor?

You're in my prayers. Don't worry, it's not as bad as it sounds. I had it done about 10 years ago. I now think that I didn't really need it but what do I know.
Dan
by DadsMod12
Tue Mar 14, 2023 9:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: More Primitives
Replies: 9
Views: 502

Re: More Primitives

Nice collection! I grew up 1/2 mile from the Olentangy Indian Caverns. Every spring I would go out and search for arrow heads when Dad tilled the garden. Dad used to have a 3 pound coffee can half full of arrow heads. They were not perfect, Dad thought maybe they used this area to make them. Most of...
by DadsMod12
Sat Feb 25, 2023 8:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: This may describe some here ... no names please ...
Replies: 14
Views: 553

Re: This may describe some here ... no names please ...

There is some truth to that cartoon. I worked at a research foundation for two summers while I was in college. I worked with an electrical engineer, my dad said you could always tell when his wife went to visit her sister. He would wear plaids and stripes together. My favorite memory was when he wor...
by DadsMod12
Thu Feb 09, 2023 10:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Update on my wife Genie
Replies: 37
Views: 1455

Re: Update on my wife Genie

So sorry for your loss.

Dan
by DadsMod12
Thu Feb 09, 2023 10:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "The Battle for Narvik" -- WWII, Norway
Replies: 11
Views: 603

Re: "The Battle for Narvik" -- WWII, Norway

I have not seen it yet but I have a friend who was born in Narvik in 1938. He told me about the movie and then showed me pictures his dad took after the battle. He even had pictures of his house burning to the ground. I can't imagine living through that.
by DadsMod12
Tue Oct 25, 2022 8:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Silver plating
Replies: 11
Views: 566

Re: Silver plating

You'll probably have to go to a big plating shop. They will be set up for a project like this. Jewelers usually don't have the equipment to plate large non-precious metals. I used to work in a jewelry repair shop back in the 70's. To plate steel you have to polish, clean, electro strip, plate with c...
by DadsMod12
Wed May 04, 2022 8:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How You Treat the Janitor
Replies: 11
Views: 838

Re: How You Treat the Janitor

My grandmother was a teacher, my mother was a teacher and I taught for 36 years. When I got my first job my mom told me to make friends and be nice to the janitor and the secretary. When I retired the janitors got together and rented a limo to take me to my retirement party.
by DadsMod12
Sun Mar 06, 2022 9:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: People have lost their minds
Replies: 32
Views: 2505

Re: People have lost their minds

Was the bench included?
by DadsMod12
Mon Feb 07, 2022 9:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: When was the last time you sat around a campfire?
Replies: 34
Views: 2267

Re: When was the last time you sat around a campfire?

About 2 1/2 years ago went with my grandson on a cub scout campout. We had a great time - hiking, skits, ghost stories and food. After the kids went to bed the adults sat around the campfire and shared a nice bottle of Kentucky bourbon.
by DadsMod12
Mon Dec 13, 2021 9:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Second deer of the season
Replies: 12
Views: 1314

Re: Second deer of the season

So you’re one of “those” hunters. You’re story reminds me of my first year at the school I retired from. In the mid 80’s students were allowed to use 5 days of vacation to go deer hunting. The one boy spent the whole week hunting and didn’t get one. He did however get one with his truck on his way t...
by DadsMod12
Sun Nov 21, 2021 8:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Said Good Bye for now to my best shooting partner
Replies: 25
Views: 2344

Re: Said Good Bye for now to my best shooting partner

So sorry for your loss.
You and your family are in my prayers.
by DadsMod12
Sat Sep 04, 2021 8:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any Herter's fans here?
Replies: 11
Views: 1740

Re: Any Herter's fans here?

I remember my dad used to buy from Herter's. I loved their catalog. I remember one winter when I was 7 or 8 we had a lot of deep snow; okay, probably not that deep. The next winter I asked for snow shoes for Christmas. In the catalog they looked black, when they arrived they were red. I loved them, ...
by DadsMod12
Mon Jul 19, 2021 8:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: music lesson
Replies: 44
Views: 2926

Re: music lesson

I have to say I enjoyed the video. Although it's been over 30 years since my last music theory class in grad school and some of the terms have changed I thought he did a fantastic job of explaining explaining chord progressions and modulations. I'm going to have to watch more of his videos.
by DadsMod12
Tue Mar 09, 2021 8:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass -- "Whipped Cream"
Replies: 21
Views: 2750

Re: Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass -- "Whipped Cream"

I started to play the trumpet in 1967. In 68 my mom took me to Columbus to a big department store that had a record department. I bought the album and took it home and played all afternoon. When my dad got home I showed him the album cover, he walked over to my mom and asked her if she had looked at...
by DadsMod12
Sun Feb 21, 2021 8:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Little sixgun grip trivia
Replies: 44
Views: 3263

Re: Little sixgun grip trivia

It looks similar to the hickory/pecan I'm working with now.
by DadsMod12
Sat Feb 20, 2021 8:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer Request
Replies: 20
Views: 1313

Re: Prayer Request

Praying for your quick recovery.
by DadsMod12
Sat Feb 13, 2021 9:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My dad passed away
Replies: 39
Views: 4828

Re: My dad passed away

So sorry for your loss. I lost my mother five years ago today. As the years pass you'll the good memories.

Dan
by DadsMod12
Tue Jan 19, 2021 9:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Searching For a Bolt for a JC Higgins Model 41
Replies: 2
Views: 651

Re: Searching For a Bolt for a JC Higgins Model 41

I hope you find a bolt. I inherited my mother's model 41, it was a tack driver for her. No squirrel was safe on our property.

Dan
by DadsMod12
Tue Jan 05, 2021 10:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: USPS Delivery Status
Replies: 26
Views: 4476

Re: USPS Delivery Status

I ordered some lapidary supplies from a company in California on Dec. 2. The company emailed me on the 4th that they shipped it USPS. I kept checking the tracking number and it never left CA. On the 18th I emailed the company, they sent me a replacement order that day and sent it 2/3 day USPS. I got...
by DadsMod12
Thu Dec 17, 2020 10:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How many states..
Replies: 21
Views: 3236

Re: How many states..

I was a lucky child. By the time I was 12 my dad got 4 weeks vacation plus comp time and my mom was a teacher. Each summer we would take a 3 week vacation. I hit my 50th state at age 58 in 2018. My wife and I have hit most of the states and she says all of our trips are me just reliving my childhood...
by DadsMod12
Sun Dec 13, 2020 9:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: shoulder replacement
Replies: 14
Views: 2823

Re: shoulder replacement

You might want to consider JIS in New Albany. All they do is joint replacements. I had my knee done there.

Dan
by DadsMod12
Wed Nov 18, 2020 7:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Home recovering from knee surgery- might get expensive
Replies: 15
Views: 2670

Re: Home recovering from knee surgery- might get expensive

I had my total knee replaced 3 1/2 years ago at the age of 58. My surgery was at 8 and I walked in my front door at noon. My PT wanted me to use a walker for about 10 days. If I remember correctly I was to use the walker for long walks for about 3 weeks, cane the rest of the time. I don't think I go...
by DadsMod12
Thu Aug 20, 2020 8:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Done
Replies: 8
Views: 1607

Re: I Never Cared . . .

So true!!!!!!
by DadsMod12
Thu Aug 06, 2020 7:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Finally got my mount back.
Replies: 12
Views: 2275

Re: Finally got my mount back.

Now that's better than a jackalope! I love it.
by DadsMod12
Fri Jul 10, 2020 9:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: another crazy theory ?
Replies: 11
Views: 1875

Re: another crazy theory ?

As my dad always said - figures lie and liars figure. That is why I've been reading Dr. Douglas Frank public facebook page every day. He digs for the facts. Today he said one of the things they've done to make things look worse is to reduce the number of ICU beds by a factor of 4 (I don't remember w...
by DadsMod12
Fri Jun 26, 2020 9:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ohio plague numbers, an overview
Replies: 16
Views: 2601

Re: Ohio plague numbers, an overview

Driving home this afternoon I heard an interesting interview. Dr. Douglas Frank had some interesting things to say about how they are reporting all the test results. He said he doesn't listen any national news. As my dad used to say - Figures lie and liars figure. Dr. Frank has a website, at least u...
by DadsMod12
Mon Jun 08, 2020 8:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Disarmed!! Elmer Fudd loses his shotgun... (updated)
Replies: 10
Views: 2199

Re: Disarmed!! Elmer Fudd loses his shotgun...

When I first saw the headline I just assumed he would have an AR-15.
by DadsMod12
Wed Jun 03, 2020 8:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What Do YOU See in this image?
Replies: 4
Views: 1148

Re: What Do YOU See in this image?

I saw off-white tile. What does that mean? I guess I need to finish up our bathroom remodel.
by DadsMod12
Fri May 29, 2020 8:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Expensive Brass
Replies: 15
Views: 2562

Re: Expensive Brass

That's a beauty. I know what you mean about reconditioning, it's almost not worth it anymore.
Dan
by DadsMod12
Fri May 01, 2020 7:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: FYI PLEASE BE AWARE
Replies: 6
Views: 1766

Re: FYI PLEASE BE AWARE

Now that's a good one. My wife even laughed at this one.
by DadsMod12
Wed Feb 19, 2020 10:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Is this the last of Scouting in America?
Replies: 19
Views: 2736

Re: Is this the last of Scouting in America?

I hope and pray that the BSA survives. My grandson just had his Arrow of Light crossover last night. He can't wait join his new troop. They go camping once every month.
by DadsMod12
Fri Nov 22, 2019 9:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Introduced: Tesla Electric Pickup Truck
Replies: 45
Views: 7071

Re: Introduced: Tesla Electric Pickup Truck

Does it come with a flux capacitor?
by DadsMod12
Tue Nov 12, 2019 8:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Done
Replies: 30
Views: 2899

Re: We Let These People Teach Our Children?????!!!!!!!

So let me get this straight, I should be forced to live an uncomfortable life. So I guess that means I have to move to the city.
by DadsMod12
Thu Jan 10, 2019 8:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: NRA Life Member
Replies: 17
Views: 2974

Re: NRA Life Member

For my 16th birthday (1974) I was hoping for my own set of keys to the family car, instead my Dad handed me an envelope with a life membership in it. If I remeber they had a deal on second memberships if it was for someone under 16. As I look back now, that was my best birthday present!
by DadsMod12
Mon Dec 31, 2018 7:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gas price update
Replies: 26
Views: 3032

Re: Gas price update

The Mrs. and I just went out for an early dinner. We gased up at Costco on the north side of Columbus OH for $1.509. I'll go back tomorrow and gas up my truck.
by DadsMod12
Fri Dec 14, 2018 9:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer Request — For My Mother <Updated>
Replies: 35
Views: 2964

Re: Prayer Request — For My Mother

Your mom and your whole family are in my prayers. I was in the same spot almost 2 years ago. Aways remember God is Good.

Dan
by DadsMod12
Sun Dec 09, 2018 9:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Eye loupe?
Replies: 11
Views: 1429

Re: Eye loupe?

And yet another vote for the optivisor. I just replaced the lens two years ago. I use a #5 with a swing down magnifier. I've been doing lapidary and basic jewelry work for 46 years.
by DadsMod12
Thu Aug 09, 2018 8:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Zipping Along.......
Replies: 8
Views: 1157

Re: Zipping Along.......

Even my wife laughed :D :o
by DadsMod12
Wed Jun 20, 2018 8:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: bear attacks just out side anchorage
Replies: 11
Views: 2412

Re: bear attacks just out side anchorage

So sorry for your loss.

That's scary, my wife and I are headed to Alaska this September and are really looking forward to hiking.
by DadsMod12
Sat Jun 02, 2018 8:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- thought I'd share some pics
Replies: 12
Views: 1670

Re: OT- thought I'd share some pics

Very impressive!
by DadsMod12
Sun Oct 22, 2017 8:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "Trick Or..." (Take that kids...)
Replies: 7
Views: 1177

Re: "Trick Or..." (Take that kids...)

My youngest daughter would love them, she would just lick the caramel off the apple.
by DadsMod12
Wed Oct 18, 2017 8:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Knee
Replies: 18
Views: 1635

Re: New Knee

Glad everything went well. Now comes the fun part - rehab :shock: The first two weeks are the hardest. Stay on top of your pain meds. My PT told me to take my pain meds 30 minutes before therapy.

Dan
by DadsMod12
Mon Oct 16, 2017 9:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Knee
Replies: 18
Views: 1635

Re: New Knee

Prayers sent.

I had my knee replaced 6 months ago and everything went well. This type of surgery is now old hat. I actually had surgery at 7 am and walked in my front door at 12:30.
by DadsMod12
Sun Jun 25, 2017 8:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Homegrown tomatoes and BLTs.
Replies: 19
Views: 2505

Re: Homegrown tomatoes and BLTs.

I'm jealous. I got my plants in late so I won't have any tomatoes till mid to late August.
by DadsMod12
Mon Apr 17, 2017 9:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Post-op night sweats
Replies: 6
Views: 1035

Re: Post-op night sweats

I feel your pain. I've been having night sweats since my knee was replaced two weeks ago. I sleep in a t-shirt now and change it at least once a night and I have to flip the pillow.
by DadsMod12
Sun Apr 16, 2017 8:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: LITTLE ASIAN GIRL, AFRAID OF GUNS
Replies: 20
Views: 4421

Re: LITTLE ASIAN GIRL, AFRAID OF GUNS

Way to go Grandpa! You're helping to raise her right. I hope to do the same with my granddaughters.
by DadsMod12
Tue Apr 11, 2017 9:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Going under the knife, boys
Replies: 32
Views: 2711

Re: Going under the knife, boys

Prayers are sent.