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Post by Slam_Bradley on Jun 10, 2023 9:19:09 GMT -5
Well, my new caregiver lasted three days. A Kenyan with a near-impenetrable accent and no comprehension of American slang, he was a helluva housekeeper but was otherwise surly, argumentative, and condescending, treating me like I was, shall we say, mentally lacking. (Plus, he lives thirty miles away, making him unavailable in an emergency.) Fortunately, the agency already had someone else in the chute who will start Monday.This one is a native and lives in town, which puts him two up on his predecessor before he ever walks in the door. Sigh. I'd forgotten what a hassle hiring good help can be. Cei-U! Wish me luck! That’s a bummer. I hope the new feller is a better fit. You’re anything but mentally lacking. Morally lacking…that may be another story. I keed because I care.
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Post by Icctrombone on Jun 10, 2023 9:39:03 GMT -5
My wife and I booked a getaway in a few weeks to go to Yellowstone national park. Does anyone here have any experience and tips on where and what to go to ? How long are you going to be there? Do you have a vehicle available to you? I went to Yellowstone a ton as a kid. I haven’t been there in quite a while, but I know a decent amount about the park. Both of those questions will inform what you’re able to accomplish. I’m actually going to be just down the road a piece in Jackson Hole the first week of August. I rented a car for the week and will be there Sunday night to Friday.
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Post by Slam_Bradley on Jun 10, 2023 10:07:26 GMT -5
How long are you going to be there? Do you have a vehicle available to you? I went to Yellowstone a ton as a kid. I haven’t been there in quite a while, but I know a decent amount about the park. Both of those questions will inform what you’re able to accomplish. I’m actually going to be just down the road a piece in Jackson Hole the first week of August. I rented a car for the week and will be there Sunday night to Friday. That’s cool. That’s plenty of time. You have to see the big sites, obviously. The Grand Prismatic Spring. Old Faithful. If you’re at Old Faithful that puts you in the Upper Geyser Basin, which has a shitload of geysers and mud-pots and The Morning Glory Pool, which is pretty cool. Honestly, once you get away from Old Faithful itself, the rest of the Upper Geyser Basin isn’t usually that crowded and there’s a ton of great stuff. I’d take at least half a day for wildlife watching in the Lamar Valley. You will absolutely see Buffalo there. Probably elk. Possibly a moose or two. Coyotes. Maybe a black bear or two. Just don’t hassle them…I don’t want to see you on the news. Lamar Valley is more of a drive than the more popular Hayden Valley, but it’s less congested. The Grand Canyon of Yellowstone and Lower Yellowstone Falls are a must see. Gorgeous. Mammoth Hot Springs is amazing. You can walk the whole thing on boardwalks in a couple hours. If you want to make trips outside the park, you can drive to Jackson Hole and back in a day. The city of Jackson is very cool. And the Grand Tetons need to be seen in person. Earthquake Lake in Montana is cool as I remember it, but maybe not essential. I just know my Dad loved it. If you’re a fisherman you can head to West Yellowstone in Montana or Island Park in Idaho and catch some monster trout. Keep in mind it will get up to about 80 in the day and down to 40 at night. So you need a variety of clothing. It’s not going to get dark until 8 or 9. I like to do a lot of stuff in the evening because it’s cooler and there are less crowds, but your mileage may vary.
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Post by Icctrombone on Jun 10, 2023 10:35:54 GMT -5
Thanks Slam !
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Post by tartanphantom on Jun 10, 2023 10:44:47 GMT -5
How long are you going to be there? Do you have a vehicle available to you? I went to Yellowstone a ton as a kid. I haven’t been there in quite a while, but I know a decent amount about the park. Both of those questions will inform what you’re able to accomplish. I’m actually going to be just down the road a piece in Jackson Hole the first week of August. I rented a car for the week and will be there Sunday night to Friday.
Safe travels, my friend. You'll see some things you never dreamed of. Everyone should visit Yellowstone (and Glacier NP, it's breathtaking) at least once.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 10, 2023 20:22:39 GMT -5
I'm missing the current Duran Duran tour that's underway in the US but might get a blanket like this for my private den....
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Post by Icctrombone on Jun 11, 2023 4:19:35 GMT -5
I'm missing the current Duran Duran tour that's underway in the US but might get a blanket like this for my private den....
You finally posted a picture of yourself...
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Post by Confessor on Jun 11, 2023 5:40:28 GMT -5
Well jealous of you and your wife going to Yellowstone National Park, Icctrombone. It's high on my "hit list" of places to visit in the U.S. (along with the surrounding areas of Wyoming, Idaho and Montana). I'm sure you'll have a wonderful time. The whole area just looks like the most stunningly beautiful place.
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Post by Icctrombone on Jun 11, 2023 6:55:32 GMT -5
Well jealous of you and your wife going to Yellowstone National Park, Icctrombone . It's high on my "hit list" of places to visit in the U.S. (along with the surrounding areas of Wyoming, Idaho and Montana). I'm sure you'll have a wonderful time. The whole area just looks like the most stunningly beautiful place. I had to fight to visit something in the USA. My Wife loves to go to other countries, Me? I hate long flights. We've had a really emotionally hard year so far and we need to kick back for a few days. Maybe one of these years you can book a trip and we can meet you there. ( Somewhere in the US )
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Post by Deleted on Jun 11, 2023 13:07:05 GMT -5
You finally posted a picture of yourself...
Ha, that's the seller I think....
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Post by Deleted on Jun 11, 2023 19:10:26 GMT -5
Is it just me, or is the timer on ebay's 'place bid' out of sync with the actual amount of time left in the auction?
When I was about to place a bid with 30 secs left, the timer was about 15 secs ahead in the actual 'place bid' field and only showed 15 secs left.
I still won but it's a nuisance to those who snipe strategically....
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Post by Icctrombone on Jun 11, 2023 21:27:32 GMT -5
Is it just me, or is the timer on ebay's 'place bid' out of sync with the actual amount of time left in the auction?
When I was about to place a bid with 30 secs left, the timer was about 15 secs ahead in the actual 'place bid' field and only showed 15 secs left.
I still won but it's a nuisance to those who snipe strategically....
I always noticed that from years back.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 12, 2023 7:30:41 GMT -5
I remember seeing a Guinness World Records video about a guy with the largest collection of Pepsi cans. Well, here’s a guy who is the world record holder for the most Coca-Cola cans:
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Post by Prince Hal on Jun 12, 2023 8:08:12 GMT -5
I remember seeing a Guinness World Records video about a guy with the largest collection of Pepsi cans. Well, here’s a guy who is the world record holder for the most Coca-Cola cans: Well that's at least two guys out there living their lives with a purpose.
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Post by tartanphantom on Jun 12, 2023 8:19:54 GMT -5
I remember seeing a Guinness World Records video about a guy with the largest collection of Pepsi cans. Well, here’s a guy who is the world record holder for the most Coca-Cola cans:
I prefer Ann-Margret's "World's largest" collection of Heinz Baked Beans. I wonder if she kept all the cans too?
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