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The Coffee Shop / Another Trevino story....
« on: August 17, 2011, 08:36:24 pm »
Lee was one of the the top contenders for a long time and always had a sense of humor...One day after a a particularly tough round and Lee winning on the 18th hole by sinking a very long putt an interviewer asked Lee Trevino about the 'extreme pressure' of sinking a very long putt to win a tournament.
Lee quipped..."Hell, that's not pressure son!"..."Pressure is when you are playing with 3 guys who are bigger than you in a $1,000 Nassau (a form of golf betting) and you get to the 18th and have to sink a winning putt knowin' there's a $1,000 at stake and you only got $100 in your pocket!"
"Now son...That there is PRESSURE!"
~~~GB~~~
Lee quipped..."Hell, that's not pressure son!"..."Pressure is when you are playing with 3 guys who are bigger than you in a $1,000 Nassau (a form of golf betting) and you get to the 18th and have to sink a winning putt knowin' there's a $1,000 at stake and you only got $100 in your pocket!"
"Now son...That there is PRESSURE!"
~~~GB~~~
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Brag Forum / Graybeard's Version of the "Eagle in the Eagle"....
« on: August 17, 2011, 05:07:40 pm »
Don't put many here but I really like this one...!/4" BB mounted on black felt in a black frame to not draw attention from the wood!
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The Coffee Shop / Letter to the Editor from a retired "Husband"....
« on: August 16, 2011, 04:23:25 pm »
Subject: A LETTER FROM A HUSBAND, an open letter to the editor, daily news
Dear friends,
It's important for us men to remember that, as women grow older, it becomes harder for them to maintain the same quality of housekeeping as when they were younger. When you begin to notice this, try not to yell at them.
Some are oversensitive, and there's nothing worse than an oversensitive woman.
Let me tell you how I handled the situation with my wife, Amy.
When I retired a few years ago, it became necessary for Amy to get a full-time job along with her part-time job, both for extra income and for the health benefits that we needed. Shortly after she started working, I noticed she was beginning to show her age.
I usually get home from the golf club about the same time she gets home from work.
Although she knows how hungry I am, she almost always says she has to rest for half an hour or so before she starts dinner. I don't yell at her. Instead, I tell her to take her time and just wake me when she gets dinner on the table.
I generally have lunch in the Men's Grill at the club, so eating out is not a practicable alternative. Besides, I'm ready for some home-cooked grub when I hit that door.
She used to do the dishes as soon as we finished eating. But now it's not unusual for the dishes to sit on the table for several hours after dinner.
I do what I can, by diplomatically reminding her several times each evening that they won't clean themselves. I know she really appreciates this, as it does seem to motivate her to get them done Before she goes to bed.
Another symptom of aging, I think, is complaining. For example, she'll say that it's difficult for her to find time to pay the monthly bills during her lunch hour.
But, boys... We take 'em for better or worse, so I just smile and offer encouragement.
I tell her to stretch it out over two or even three days. That way she won't have to rush so much.
I also remind her that missing lunch completely now and then wouldn't hurt her (if you know what I mean).
I like to think tact is one of my stronger points.
And when doing simple jobs, she seems to think she needs more rest periods. For instance, she had to take a break when she was only half-finished mowing the yard. I try not to make a scene. I'm a fair man. I tell her to fix herself a nice, big, cold glass of freshly squeezed lemonade and just sit for awhile.
And, as long as she is making one for herself, she may as well make one for me.
I know, I know..... I probably look like a saint by the way I support Amy.
I'm not saying that showing this much consideration is easy. Many men will find it difficult. Some will find it impossible. Nobody knows better than I do how frustrating women get as they get older.
However guys, even if you just start using a little more tact and a little less criticism of your aging wife due to this article, I'll consider that by writing it, it was well worthwhile. After all, we are put on this earth to help each other. Good luck.
Signed, Bill
EDITOR'S NOTE:
Bill died suddenly on April 15 of a perforated rectum.
The police report says he was found with a Calloway extra-long 50-inch Big Bertha Driver II golf club jammed up his rear end, with barely 5 inches of grip left showing, and a sledgehammer laying nearby.
His wife Amy was arrested and charged with murder.
The all-woman jury took only 15 minutes to find her Not Guilty.
They accepted her defense that Bill, somehow, without looking, accidentally sat down on his golf club.
Dear friends,
It's important for us men to remember that, as women grow older, it becomes harder for them to maintain the same quality of housekeeping as when they were younger. When you begin to notice this, try not to yell at them.
Some are oversensitive, and there's nothing worse than an oversensitive woman.
Let me tell you how I handled the situation with my wife, Amy.
When I retired a few years ago, it became necessary for Amy to get a full-time job along with her part-time job, both for extra income and for the health benefits that we needed. Shortly after she started working, I noticed she was beginning to show her age.
I usually get home from the golf club about the same time she gets home from work.
Although she knows how hungry I am, she almost always says she has to rest for half an hour or so before she starts dinner. I don't yell at her. Instead, I tell her to take her time and just wake me when she gets dinner on the table.
I generally have lunch in the Men's Grill at the club, so eating out is not a practicable alternative. Besides, I'm ready for some home-cooked grub when I hit that door.
She used to do the dishes as soon as we finished eating. But now it's not unusual for the dishes to sit on the table for several hours after dinner.
I do what I can, by diplomatically reminding her several times each evening that they won't clean themselves. I know she really appreciates this, as it does seem to motivate her to get them done Before she goes to bed.
Another symptom of aging, I think, is complaining. For example, she'll say that it's difficult for her to find time to pay the monthly bills during her lunch hour.
But, boys... We take 'em for better or worse, so I just smile and offer encouragement.
I tell her to stretch it out over two or even three days. That way she won't have to rush so much.
I also remind her that missing lunch completely now and then wouldn't hurt her (if you know what I mean).
I like to think tact is one of my stronger points.
And when doing simple jobs, she seems to think she needs more rest periods. For instance, she had to take a break when she was only half-finished mowing the yard. I try not to make a scene. I'm a fair man. I tell her to fix herself a nice, big, cold glass of freshly squeezed lemonade and just sit for awhile.
And, as long as she is making one for herself, she may as well make one for me.
I know, I know..... I probably look like a saint by the way I support Amy.
I'm not saying that showing this much consideration is easy. Many men will find it difficult. Some will find it impossible. Nobody knows better than I do how frustrating women get as they get older.
However guys, even if you just start using a little more tact and a little less criticism of your aging wife due to this article, I'll consider that by writing it, it was well worthwhile. After all, we are put on this earth to help each other. Good luck.
Signed, Bill
EDITOR'S NOTE:
Bill died suddenly on April 15 of a perforated rectum.
The police report says he was found with a Calloway extra-long 50-inch Big Bertha Driver II golf club jammed up his rear end, with barely 5 inches of grip left showing, and a sledgehammer laying nearby.
His wife Amy was arrested and charged with murder.
The all-woman jury took only 15 minutes to find her Not Guilty.
They accepted her defense that Bill, somehow, without looking, accidentally sat down on his golf club.
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The Coffee Shop / I 'think' this is safe from the PC Police!
« on: August 16, 2011, 04:18:51 pm »
It's just dawned on me !!
My dog sleeps about 20 hours a day.
He has his food prepared for him. He can eat whenever he wants.
His meals are provided at no cost to him.
He visits the Dr. once a year for his checkup, and again during the year if any medical needs arise.
For this he pays nothing, and nothing is required of him.
He lives in a nice neighborhood in a house that is much larger than he needs, but he is not required to do any upkeep.
If he makes a mess, someone else cleans it up.
He has his choice of luxurious places to sleep.
He receives these accommodations absolutely free.
He is living like a King, and has absolutely no expenses whatsoever.
All of his costs are picked up by others who go out and earn a living every day.
I was just thinking about all this, and suddenly it hit me like a brick .......
I think my dog is a member of Congress!
My dog sleeps about 20 hours a day.
He has his food prepared for him. He can eat whenever he wants.
His meals are provided at no cost to him.
He visits the Dr. once a year for his checkup, and again during the year if any medical needs arise.
For this he pays nothing, and nothing is required of him.
He lives in a nice neighborhood in a house that is much larger than he needs, but he is not required to do any upkeep.
If he makes a mess, someone else cleans it up.
He has his choice of luxurious places to sleep.
He receives these accommodations absolutely free.
He is living like a King, and has absolutely no expenses whatsoever.
All of his costs are picked up by others who go out and earn a living every day.
I was just thinking about all this, and suddenly it hit me like a brick .......
I think my dog is a member of Congress!
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General Scroll Saw Talk / From PeachTree Woodworking today...
« on: August 16, 2011, 10:51:03 am »832
General Scroll Saw Talk / I think I will try this!l phono record Clock!
« on: August 13, 2011, 04:25:40 pm »
Vinyl Phono-record Clock!
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General Scroll Saw Talk / Ailene's product!
« on: August 13, 2011, 01:21:46 pm »
I was just at Michael's and saw a spray can of Ailene's permanent spray adhesive and another of Ailene's Fast Tack spray adhesive.
Has anybody tried these products yet?
Wondering how they would be to glue 'backers' on projects....
~~~GB~~~
Has anybody tried these products yet?
Wondering how they would be to glue 'backers' on projects....
~~~GB~~~
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The Coffee Shop / Lawyers..."Materialistic???.... nah!"
« on: August 13, 2011, 01:17:30 pm »
An attorney parked his brand new Lexus in front of his office, ready to show it off to his colleagues. As he was getting out, a truck came along too closely and completely tore off the driver's door..
Fortunately, a cop in a police car was close enough to see the accident and pulled up behind the Lexus with his lights flashing.
Before the cop had a chance to ask any questions, the attorney started screaming hysterically about how his Lexus, which he had just purchased the day before, was completely ruined and would never be the same, no
matter how any car body shop tried to make it new again.
After the lawyer finally wound down from his rant, the cop shook his head in disbelief. "I can't believe how materialistic you lawyers are," he said. "You are so focused on your possessions that you neglect the most important things in life."
"How can you say such a thing?" asked the lawyer. The cop replied, "Don't you even realize that your left arm is missing? It was severed when the truck hit you!"
"OH, MY GOD!!!" screamed the lawyer. "My Rolex !!!!"
~~~GB~~~
Fortunately, a cop in a police car was close enough to see the accident and pulled up behind the Lexus with his lights flashing.
Before the cop had a chance to ask any questions, the attorney started screaming hysterically about how his Lexus, which he had just purchased the day before, was completely ruined and would never be the same, no
matter how any car body shop tried to make it new again.
After the lawyer finally wound down from his rant, the cop shook his head in disbelief. "I can't believe how materialistic you lawyers are," he said. "You are so focused on your possessions that you neglect the most important things in life."
"How can you say such a thing?" asked the lawyer. The cop replied, "Don't you even realize that your left arm is missing? It was severed when the truck hit you!"
"OH, MY GOD!!!" screamed the lawyer. "My Rolex !!!!"
~~~GB~~~
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The Coffee Shop / Rascals Update!
« on: August 12, 2011, 12:20:12 pm »
The boys are ROLLING!
As of today our 'magic number' to clinch a playoff spot is ONE with 21 games to go...they should be able to win one out of 21!
A week ago I took 4 Rascal Logo plaques I had made to the team marketing manager.
She put them on display in the store and as of last Sunday two had been sold!
She asked me to make some more of different types for display during the rest of the season and the playoffs!
So today is Rascals day in the ol' workshop...
~~~GB~~~
As of today our 'magic number' to clinch a playoff spot is ONE with 21 games to go...they should be able to win one out of 21!
A week ago I took 4 Rascal Logo plaques I had made to the team marketing manager.
She put them on display in the store and as of last Sunday two had been sold!
She asked me to make some more of different types for display during the rest of the season and the playoffs!
So today is Rascals day in the ol' workshop...
~~~GB~~~
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The Coffee Shop / It is OFFICIAL...
« on: August 11, 2011, 10:39:31 pm »
After a bit of touch and go the insurance company finally gave in and my Cochlear Implant is scheduled for September 30th at 7:30 a.m.
Dr. says it should just be an overniter in the hospital and about a week to 10 days for the wound to heal completely and then a week for the swelling to go down around the hole in my skull.
THEN the tough part kicks in when they actually attach the device and turn it on.
Lots of return trips to the Dr. to have the circuitry fine tuned! Plus 'learning' period for my ol' brain to recognize the signals and interpret them correctly.
Exciting and somewhat scary!
But I'm getting LOTS of support from relatives, friends and tons of folks I don't even know on the Cochlear website!
~~~GrayBeard~~~
Dr. says it should just be an overniter in the hospital and about a week to 10 days for the wound to heal completely and then a week for the swelling to go down around the hole in my skull.
THEN the tough part kicks in when they actually attach the device and turn it on.
Lots of return trips to the Dr. to have the circuitry fine tuned! Plus 'learning' period for my ol' brain to recognize the signals and interpret them correctly.
Exciting and somewhat scary!
But I'm getting LOTS of support from relatives, friends and tons of folks I don't even know on the Cochlear website!
~~~GrayBeard~~~
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The Coffee Shop / Great and scary news!
« on: August 09, 2011, 09:25:50 pm »
As I was walking toward the baggage claim today I got a call on my cellphone from my sister...she was beside herself...asked if i could sit someplace...then she told me...........
The Cochlear Implant surgery has been approved by the insurance company!!!!!!!!!!
Great News but also scary but I am going ahead with the procedure.
Surgeon has a full schedule through September and I am scheduling for probably the 2nd week of October.
I'll keep you all posted and ask for a prayer or two to help me get through it and pray that the darn thing works for me. There are no 'guarantees' but it works for most folks.
~~~GrayBeard~~~
The Cochlear Implant surgery has been approved by the insurance company!!!!!!!!!!
Great News but also scary but I am going ahead with the procedure.
Surgeon has a full schedule through September and I am scheduling for probably the 2nd week of October.
I'll keep you all posted and ask for a prayer or two to help me get through it and pray that the darn thing works for me. There are no 'guarantees' but it works for most folks.
~~~GrayBeard~~~
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The Coffee Shop / Home from Colorado!
« on: August 09, 2011, 09:18:47 pm »
Damn, I love that country ... for a visit!!!
Nice visit with my daughter and family and a very nice welcome from the family of my S.O.! Got a 'thumbs up' from all her relatives so I am happy...
Good to be back into the land of heat and humidity!
~~~GB~~~
Nice visit with my daughter and family and a very nice welcome from the family of my S.O.! Got a 'thumbs up' from all her relatives so I am happy...
Good to be back into the land of heat and humidity!
~~~GB~~~
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General Scroll Saw Talk / Narra wood?
« on: August 03, 2011, 01:03:45 pm »
Anyone ever used this? Woodcraft in my area running a special on 1/8 and 1/4" bargain packs...
~~~GB~~~
~~~GB~~~
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The Coffee Shop / Rascals Re-Cap of Tuesday's Thriller!
« on: August 03, 2011, 11:23:56 am »
http://ofallon.patch.com/articles/sawyers-game-winner-rallies-rascals
Gotta love those 'offensive/defensive' Catchers!
My youthtime position...
~~~GB~~~
Gotta love those 'offensive/defensive' Catchers!
My youthtime position...
~~~GB~~~
