The Coffee House

[benhasajeep46 44]

Or DC for the cherry blossoms. I would do either.

Oh, THAT would work for me, but NYC or Boston could also work (I'm always in for a good train ride).

I got stranded in DC one night trying to fly hone during the Cherry Blossom time. A $100 a night hotel room was only $360! I was not even supposed to fly to DC at all. Connection was in Philly. But they put me on DC flight due to delays in Philly. Ended up missing last connection of the night home. They ran out of vouchers, said as far as they knew hotels were full. Good luck.

 

[Frank F.]

If Frank or Peg were out here. Gary would build their stuff for them pro bono and save them 20%-30%.

I will probably employ a flat rate guy from a village. My architect has worked with him. High Ethos, strong words. He says it is great to make a shouting contest with him on site, then find a solution and have a beer ... just tje kind of guy I need. In the face. Nothing behind my back. Straight. Forward!

No shouting here on business ... Gary would just lay out your options. Gary wouldn't mind shouting at you on personal matters.

Wait, just let me find my ear plugs. Then start.

 

[davidharmier60]

Mornin kids.

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[snowbear115 46]

Good morning!

In case anyone is serious about a meetup, here are the dates for the 2018 Cherry Blossom Festival events:

• Pink Tie Party – Thursday, March 15
• Opening Ceremony – Saturday, March 24
• Blossom Kite Festival – Saturday, March 31
• Southwest Waterfront Fireworks Festival – Saturday, April 7
• National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade – Saturday, April 14

I've never been to any of these, but prefer to wander around (usually during the week to avoid the weekend mobs).



I have an initial consult with the surgeon this afternoon, Otherwise, I'm trying to finish up an app that will automate most of the process for making fire station wall maps and map books.

 

[smoke665]

Good "Frigid" morning to all from the Smokies. A cool sunny 28 degrees next to the creek where we are. Surprisingly they don't have the ski slopes open on Ober Gatlinburg yet, just the tube runs. Real time look.
WEBCAM - Ober Gatlinburg - Gatlinburg, TN

Really wish they had a web cam on top of Clingmans Dome at just under 7000 feet it has quite a view from the top on a clear day. Only 19 degrees there this morning.

 

[o hey tyler]

Sorry to hear this, JC; a lot of people are just a$$holes.

We made it back from Maine, got home about 11:30 last night. Overall it was a pleasant trip, though there was a little bit of drama. I had the pleasure of meeting up with a couple of folks, this time around. I had a couple of beers at Allagash Brewing Company with @o hey tyler (he's been away for a while). Then, on the back trip, MLW and I had a little dinner at the diner with our own lovely @limr.

Where's that photo Charlie?

 

[benhasajeep46 44]

Good "Frigid" morning to all from the Smokies. A cool sunny 28 degrees next to the creek where we are. Surprisingly they don't have the ski slopes open on Ober Gatlinburg yet, just the tube runs. Real time look.
WEBCAM - Ober Gatlinburg - Gatlinburg, TN

Really wish they had a web cam on top of Clingmans Dome at just under 7000 feet it has quite a view from the top on a clear day. Only 19 degrees there this morning.

Wearing just a short sleeved shirt this morning in mid Michigan. But today is the last day in the 50's forcasted for the rest of the year.

 

[Gary A.]

Buenas Dias Coffee Hosers. A brisk 47F as Maggie and Gary skimmed off the leaves from the Koi pond. Projected to hit into the 70's today. Gary takes his fourth sip of his first coffee ... hot and rich. Coffee is a great way to start and end the day. Gary used to like an espresso in the afternoon/evening ... but Gary has learned that sleep is dear. Lately, Gary has been hanging out at Costco. Gary has an app on his phone that checks prices via the bar code both in nearby chain stores and the internet. Costco has been either at the internet price or under. This pleases Gary as he and Costco are buds.

@benhasajeep: 50F ain't shortsleeve weather for this SoCal native son.

 

[waday]

Hi all!

Hope everyone has had a good holiday.

Haven’t been too active on here, apologies! In fact, haven’t left the house much and haven’t gotten much sleep, either.

I present to you, a little girl, only a couple weeks old:

 

[Gary A.]

What a cutie-pie. Good looking baby! And her name is ....


(Who's the father? )

 

[JonA_CT]

Hi all!

Hope everyone has had a good holiday.

Haven’t been too active on here, apologies! In fact, haven’t left the house much and haven’t gotten much sleep, either.

I present to you, a little girl, only a couple weeks old:

Congrats Wade! I knew it should have happened but didn't want to pry, haha!

Enjoy!

 

[Gary A.]

Good "Frigid" morning to all from the Smokies. A cool sunny 28 degrees next to the creek where we are. Surprisingly they don't have the ski slopes open on Ober Gatlinburg yet, just the tube runs. Real time look.
WEBCAM - Ober Gatlinburg - Gatlinburg, TN

Really wish they had a web cam on top of Clingmans Dome at just under 7000 feet it has quite a view from the top on a clear day. Only 19 degrees there this morning.

About half the slopes have opened out here:

Ski and Snow Reports California | SkiCentral.com

Some Live Cams are Here

 

[SquarePeg36 7]

She's gorgeous Wade! Sweet photo. Looking forward to seeing more shots of her!

23 degrees here when we woke up. High expected to just reach 40 this afternoon. Brrrr. Having a great day! Cleaning crew just left so the house is all sparkly and lemony smelling. Dog is sleeping peacefully and I'm looking for new cookie recipes for the annual cookie swap next Tuesday. Considering this one:

https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/2016/10/07/salted-caramel-pretzel-crunch-bars/

 

[Gary A.]

JC likes cookies.

 

[snowbear115 46]

Sorry to hear this, JC; a lot of people are just a$$holes.

We made it back from Maine, got home about 11:30 last night. Overall it was a pleasant trip, though there was a little bit of drama. I had the pleasure of meeting up with a couple of folks, this time around. I had a couple of beers at Allagash Brewing Company with @o hey tyler (he's been away for a while). Then, on the back trip, MLW and I had a little dinner at the diner with our own lovely @limr.

Where's that photo Charlie?

Apparently I lost it. We'll get another on the next trip.