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by Leatherneck
Tue Apr 23, 2024 10:12 am
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Happy birthday Leatherneck
Replies: 4
Views: 231

Re: Happy birthday Leatherneck

Thanks Fellas. Dang, 24 years here. Started as a 39 year old Marine and now a 63 year old Grandpa!
by Leatherneck
Mon Dec 25, 2023 8:09 am
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Merry Christmas
Replies: 2
Views: 1154

Merry Christmas

I hope this Christmas season finds you all healthy and in good spirits!
by Leatherneck
Thu Aug 03, 2023 7:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Trouble With Stainless Steel Fry Pans
Replies: 33
Views: 9434

I have done all the cooking in my house for at least 18 years trying at least 50 skillets. I also went from a gas stove to a smooth top. At first I hated the electric stove/oven, but it's all about mastering what you have. I learned to enjoy the smooth top and electric convection oven. I use differe...
by Leatherneck
Mon May 29, 2023 12:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Any plans for Memorial Day?
Replies: 5
Views: 1276

While it is never easy, I go visit my neighbor, best friend, fellow Marine. This year marks 40 years since his death. I held him as he took his last breath. I still dream of him.
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by Leatherneck
Sat Mar 04, 2023 8:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Illegals?
Replies: 9
Views: 3561

What is a Native? How many times has one tribe/culture/clan/peoples conquered another in what became the United States? We sometimes act like if the Mayflower hadn't landed, the entire country would still be slightly populated with people on horseback. The US got a lot wrong, but more right developi...
by Leatherneck
Sat Dec 24, 2022 1:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Happy Holidays / Happy New Year - Checking in
Replies: 15
Views: 3774

Merry Christmas SG family. Wishing you a healthy year!
by Leatherneck
Tue Dec 06, 2022 4:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: New water heater and potential ripoff
Replies: 11
Views: 3081

Being a poor Marine Husband and Dad for many years, I became a pretty handy DYI guy. Between home & car repairs, I am sure I have saved $30-40k. Plumbing is my absolute most hated repairs. If I am not 100% sure I can do it well, then I call a pro. It is never "cheap", but a good job an...
by Leatherneck
Thu Oct 06, 2022 4:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Prepping for the winter (Vaccine Content)
Replies: 6
Views: 3022

I'm lucky I can walk into the local VA clinic and get any jab I want on demand. I got one J&J shot early on, but none since then and do not plan on anymore. The Pfizer and Moderna shots freak me out. My entire family including my 80+ year old parents got a variant of COVID from the get go. All o...
by Leatherneck
Wed Sep 28, 2022 2:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: How is Cable Distrubuted to Campers at a Campsite
Replies: 2
Views: 2286

There is no longer any unencrypted cable channels (at least that I know of). Systems are regularly scanned for such. Since they have all gone to addressability, some sort of box/device is needed. Many motels and other venues with mass distribution such as a campground, they will have a room with equ...
by Leatherneck
Mon Jul 25, 2022 11:50 am
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: I'm cutting back on snacks
Replies: 11
Views: 3267

My Wife is a merchandiser and part of her job is making sure retailers are in compliance with putting out "new sizes". Like said, we have seen continual shrinkage, but the last 2 years it has gotten really obvious. I guess it is a way to superficially keep prices down, but you are still pa...
by Leatherneck
Sat Jun 04, 2022 7:12 pm
Forum: General Archive
Topic: R.I.P. Ken
Replies: 23
Views: 18124

Sleep well Ken
by Leatherneck
Fri Apr 22, 2022 5:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Happy Birthday Leatherneck
Replies: 5
Views: 1802

Thanks all
by Leatherneck
Fri Apr 22, 2022 10:40 am
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Happy Birthday Leatherneck
Replies: 5
Views: 1802

Thank you! 61 years young.
by Leatherneck
Sat Mar 26, 2022 3:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Ukraine Conflict
Replies: 30
Views: 6821

How 'bout them Bears.. Oh wait, they suck
by Leatherneck
Tue Mar 15, 2022 11:08 am
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Ukraine, Crude Oil and the Markets
Replies: 18
Views: 4395

24% of my pay goes into an 401K, 2 IRAs and company stock at a significant discount. My goal is to retire in 3 years so a little nervous. I have been told for 3-4 years that I am too aggressive at this point, but have done well. I have lost enough in the last few weeks to buy a Tesla, but I have fai...
by Leatherneck
Thu Mar 10, 2022 12:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: What are you paying for gas right now?
Replies: 48
Views: 27178

Every gallon of gasoline saved or megawatt of energy not used is the equivalent of producing more. I believe we will eventually get to the point where renewable energy becomes not only abundant, but also efficient. We are not there yet and and telling people to buy a $60000 TESLA is just dumb as we ...
by Leatherneck
Tue Mar 08, 2022 9:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: What are you paying for gas right now?
Replies: 48
Views: 27178

Really like my F-150 Lariat 5.0, but I dare not let it get below 3/4 of a tank these days as 36 gallons x $4.299 is about $154 of sorrow. Last time this happened, we panicked and bought a teeny weeny little car. Wife hated it, but 30mpg was nice. Wife drives a Jeep Renegade and it actually does well...
by Leatherneck
Wed Feb 23, 2022 1:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Ukraine Conflict
Replies: 30
Views: 6821

This is one fertile, producing land. I would think that Putin may desire some of their resources Ukraine: Mining, Minerals and Fuel Resources The country has abundant reserves of natural resources, including coal, iron ore, natural gas, manganese, salt, oil, graphite, sulfur, kaolin, titanium, nicke...
by Leatherneck
Tue Feb 08, 2022 7:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Lost my last dog.
Replies: 5
Views: 1939

Sorry for your loss. They are indeed family. Our last Rotty was the hardest of them all as he was the perfect example of the breed while being a terrific family dog. Now we have a pup named "Mongo" and he is doing a great job being Banjo's big brother
by Leatherneck
Sun Jan 23, 2022 9:42 am
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Vaccines
Replies: 177
Views: 44482

Wow, that's a lot. Very glad they pulled through. Is that over the past couple years or more recently? 2 co-workers and their 5-80 year-old family members and partners, at least 1 rep but I assume 10x that, over 2 dozen dear friends both here and in NC. The rep was over a year ago, 75% of the rest ...
by Leatherneck
Thu Jan 20, 2022 2:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Vaccines
Replies: 177
Views: 44482

I don't know how my Wife and I have avoided catching it. I am vaxxed, but she was advised not to by her doctor as her pharma allergies could fill volumes. My Daughters, both Sisters, both Brother-in-Laws, Grandson, 2 Nieces, a Nephew have all caught it. We have been to Thanksgiving and Christmas get...
by Leatherneck
Fri Dec 24, 2021 5:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Merry Christmas Everyone!
Replies: 10
Views: 5026

My Boys Mongo and Banjo say Merry Christmas!
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by Leatherneck
Wed Dec 22, 2021 7:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Merry Christmas Everyone!
Replies: 10
Views: 5026

Merry Christmas!
by Leatherneck
Wed Dec 15, 2021 12:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Windows 11
Replies: 11
Views: 3379

I wondered what the heck happen on my Laptop. It did some updates and then stuff was very different. Not too crazy about the menus, but I'll get used to it. I don't remember even being asked.
by Leatherneck
Tue Dec 07, 2021 12:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: What are you paying for gas right now?
Replies: 48
Views: 27178

YeOldeStonecat wrote:Gorgeous ride Leather...
Thanks. I actually looked for a white Lariat, but nice F150's are impossible to find around here. I had to drive to another state to get this one. Got it right before COVID - super lucky.
by Leatherneck
Mon Dec 06, 2021 6:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: What are you paying for gas right now?
Replies: 48
Views: 27178

Around here Walmart and COSTCO are always within a penny from each other and right now are $2.79 a gallon. Most other stations are still around $3.35-$3.50. If it weren't for Illinois taxes, we might be at $2.60 - $2.65. I try not to let my truck get to even a half tank as it has the tow package wit...
by Leatherneck
Thu Nov 25, 2021 2:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Happy Thanksgiving
Replies: 4
Views: 1906

Happy Thanksgiving. About 20 in our group. 6 have had COVID (2 breakthrough), all but 1 vaccinated and the elders all have boosters. Not sweating it. My poor wife is the un-vaccinated as her doc feels it may be dangerous given her severe pharma allergies.
by Leatherneck
Sat Nov 20, 2021 9:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Vaccines
Replies: 177
Views: 44482

I got a J&J shot at the VA in July. How long before I am not considered vaccinated? I really don't want any more shots. My Wife cannot get a shot due to severe pharma allergies and issues. Both my Daughters, both my Sisters and their entire families have had COVID with little complications. Wife...
by Leatherneck
Mon Sep 27, 2021 1:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Retail coin shortages
Replies: 22
Views: 5488

I got about $100 worth of nickels, dimes and quarter. My local Zippy Mart is begging for quarters so might take 'em over.
by Leatherneck
Sat May 08, 2021 8:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: SpeedGuide 22-year anniversary
Replies: 25
Views: 5288

Congrats!
by Leatherneck
Sun Apr 25, 2021 7:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Happy Birthday Leatherneck
Replies: 4
Views: 1278

Thanks guys. The big 60. Feeling pretty good.
by Leatherneck
Sun Jan 24, 2021 5:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Goodbye to 45
Replies: 25
Views: 3745

Even though he is gone, they still have to p fo fi
by Leatherneck
Thu Dec 31, 2020 10:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Happy New Year!
Replies: 5
Views: 1376

Happy New Year Easto. May 2021 bring much needed blessings.
by Leatherneck
Sat Dec 26, 2020 7:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays
Replies: 8
Views: 2649

MadDoctor wrote:I didn't get your invitation until today. Any leftovers for sheep and such?????
Do sheep eat pig?
by Leatherneck
Sat Dec 26, 2020 8:32 am
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays
Replies: 8
Views: 2649

Merry Christmas. Just my kids and Mom & Dad this year. Normally we bring 4-6 families together. It was rather nice though.
by Leatherneck
Tue Oct 20, 2020 8:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Where be all the members?
Replies: 36
Views: 5611

I joined when I was still in the Corps for 20 years and now am 19 years into a 2nd career. 4 more years and done! I miss the heated discussion of old.
by Leatherneck
Tue Sep 22, 2020 3:32 am
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: My kid sister passed away tonight
Replies: 13
Views: 2617

I'm sure your heart is heavy and I hope you can find some peace. Very sorry for your loss.
by Leatherneck
Fri Apr 24, 2020 1:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Happy birthday Leatherneck
Replies: 6
Views: 1611

Thanks Folks. Still working and thankful for that.
by Leatherneck
Wed Apr 22, 2020 12:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: Happy birthday Leatherneck
Replies: 6
Views: 1611

Thank you. Still kicking. 59 years young.
by Leatherneck
Thu Feb 06, 2020 4:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion Board
Topic: What the hell is going on around here?
Replies: 56
Views: 10431

Still have this place on my favorites bar. Started when still in the Marines and I retired over 18 years a go!