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Lou66
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My wife and I fly out of Hobby on Southwest to Vegas twice a year because we live south of Houston,:thumbsup:, it doesn't make us bad people or nice people.
. It just makes us people that likes peanut.. Well I like peanuts with the cold beer that southwest serves.. if you tip the stewardess with real cash they will give you free beer.:drink:. Plus I got a half of an inch of rain on the land today.. I know what you are thinking.. Lou must be drinking cause he would never say something like this if he was sober.:confused3:. True.. But that's not the point,, the point is sharp like a roofing nail.. They hurt when they go thru the hand at 120 psig from a nail gun.. But I don't need a new roof or stiches to the hand. just got some,:laughing:, thank you.. but could use another drink before I go to bed.. never mind I will get it myself.:cool2::laughing:. Lou
. It just makes us people that likes peanut.. Well I like peanuts with the cold beer that southwest serves.. if you tip the stewardess with real cash they will give you free beer.:drink:. Plus I got a half of an inch of rain on the land today.. I know what you are thinking.. Lou must be drinking cause he would never say something like this if he was sober.:confused3:. True.. But that's not the point,, the point is sharp like a roofing nail.. They hurt when they go thru the hand at 120 psig from a nail gun.. But I don't need a new roof or stiches to the hand. just got some,:laughing:, thank you.. but could use another drink before I go to bed.. never mind I will get it myself.:cool2::laughing:. Lou
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I got .15" of rain this afternoon. It was a nice shower. It was coming down pretty good for awhile. Nice!
It's so dry here that my lawn has been looking so bad that I spread some Scotts Turf Builder and have been running a couple of sprinklers enough to amount to about a half inch or a little less of water. I may have to take out a second mortgage when I get my next water bill.
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Bird, ol' Dennis will tell you that I have enough hose to run halfway to Denton, so if your water bill is too much, I can give you free water if you'll buy the other half of the hose.
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My wife and I fly out of Hobby on Southwest to Vegas twice a year because we live south of Houston,:thumbsup:, it doesn't make us bad people or nice people.
Lou, I've heard of reading between the lines, but sometimes with your posts, I have to read between the shots. You think I'm talking about booze, but maybe I mean nail gun shots.:confused3: Did you really nail yourself? If you did, you need another kind of shot, tetanus.
Gosh! That's painful just thinking about it. . . shudder. Hey, DRink start's with Dr., but it ain't the same.
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Bird, ol' Dennis will tell you that I have enough hose to run halfway to Denton, so if your water bill is too much, I can give you free water if you'll buy the other half of the hose.
I might have to do some measuring to see how much hose, then do some calculating as to how much pressure drop there'd be in that distance, then calculate how many gallons an hour I could get . . . . . nah. I guess I'll either have to just pay the water bill or let the grass die.
Incidentally, when my wife got up this morning, she told me it rained last night after I went to bed, so I went out and checked, and sure enough, there was about .05" of rain in my gauge. That makes about 0.18" for the month so far.
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Lou; Did you really have to get stitches? OUCH! I hope the roof is fixed, or that you have someone else can come in and do it while your hand heals.
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FG,, know that skin between your thumb and index finger? with an nail gun you can become part of the roof for a few minutes,, the hard part is pulling it out,, I feel a lot better knowing the barn is fixed,, it was funny,, I am glad I had my hammer with me..
Jim,, I had all of my shots in Jan. from a piece of barbwire,, Lou
Jim,, I had all of my shots in Jan. from a piece of barbwire,, Lou
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Man! I know that hurt. Why is it that we always seem to injure those parts of our body that are the most sensitive?:confused2:
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Ouch, Lou! I think you will need an extra Crown Royal today, for strictly medicinal and pain relieving properties. :thumbsup:
Knowing that you are OK, it does paint a sort of funny pic of you nailed to the roof. I know it was NOT funny, at the time. Maybe you need 2 extra drinks today! :drink:
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I'm glad I had leather gloves on.. I knew I was in trouble when I try to remove my hand from the glove that was nail to the roof.. Something just didn't feel right,, no it was the left hand that didn't feel right.. the right hand was fine.:laughing:. Would anyone like to guess switch nail it was.. yes the last one,, in a hurry.. to get it done before the rain started,, I got about an half inch of rain right after I un-nailed myself.. Also if you work by yourself don't leave your phone in the truck.. a lesson learned.:mur:. Lou
, no it was the left hand that didn't feel right.. the right hand was fine.:laughing:. Would anyone like to guess switch nail it was.. yes the last one,, in a hurry.. to get it done before the rain started,, I got about an half inch of rain right after I un-nailed myself.. Also if you work by yourself don't leave your phone in the truck.. a lesson learned.:mur:. Lou
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There's been a lot of talk here about pilots and flying, and this morning I got an e-mail from one of my brothers that some of you might like. Actually, it's too long . . . . oh, well.
Pilots: People who drive airplanes for other people who can't fly.
They invented wheelbarrows to teach FAA inspectors to walk on their hind legs.
The FAA Motto: We're not happy till you're not happy.
Fighter Pilots: Cold, steely eyed, weapons systems managers who kill bad people and break things. However, they can also be very charming and personable. The average Fighter Pilot, despite sometimes having a swaggering exterior, is very much capable of such feelings as love, affection, intimacy and caring. These feelings just don't involve anyone else.
Words of Wisdom From Aviators:
·Flying is a hard way to earn an easy living.
·Both optimists and pessimists contribute to society. The optimist invents the airplane; the pessimist, the parachute.
If helicopters are so safe, how come there are no vintage helicopter fly-ins?
Death is just nature's way of telling you to watch your airspeed.
Real planes use only a single stick to fly. This is why bulldozers and helicopters* (in that order) *need two.
There are only three things the copilot should ever say:
1. Nice landing, Sir.
2. I'll buy the first round.
3. I'll take the fat one.
As a pilot only two bad things can happen to you and one of them will:
a. One day you will walk out to the aircraft knowing that it is your last flight.
b. One day you will walk out to the aircraft not knowing that it is your last flight.
There are Rules and there are Laws:
The Rules are made by men who think that they know better how to fly your airplane than you.
Laws (of Physics) were ordained by God.
You can, and sometimes should, suspend the Rules, but you can never suspend the Laws.
About Rules:
a. The rules are a good place to hide if you don't have a better idea and the talent to execute it.
b. If you deviate from a rule, it must be a flawless performance (e.g., If you fly under a bridge, don't hit the bridge.)
The ideal pilot is the perfect blend of discipline and aggressiveness.
The medical profession is the natural enemy of the aviation profession.
Ever notice that the only experts who decree that the age of the pilot is over are people who have never flown anything? Also, in spite of the intensity of their feelings that the pilot's day is over, I know of no expert who has volunteered to be a passenger in a non-piloted aircraft.
Before each flight, make sure that your bladder is empty and your fuel tanks are full; check T/O wt....
He who demands everything that his aircraft can give him is a pilot; he that demands one iota more is a fool.
There are certain aircraft sounds that can only be heard at night.
The aircraft limits are only there in case there is another flight by that particular aircraft. If subsequent flights do not appear likely, there are no limits.
Flying is a great way of life for men who want to feel like boys, but not for those who still are.
"If the Wright brothers were alive today, Wilbur would have to fire Orville to reduce costs." President, DELTA Airlines.
In the Alaskan bush I'd rather have a two-hour bladder and three hours of gas than vice versa.
It's not that all airplane pilots are good-looking. It's just that good-looking people seem more capable of flying airplanes.
An old pilot is one who can remember when flying was dangerous and *** was safe.
Airlines have really changed, now a flight attendant can get a pilot pregnant.
I've flown in both pilot seats, can someone tell me why the other one is always occupied by an idiot?
Son, you're going to have to make up your mind about growing up and becoming a pilot. You can't do both.
There are only two types of aircraft* - fighters and targets.
The scientific theory I like best is that the rings of Saturn are composed entirely of lost airline baggage.
You define a good flight by negatives: you didn't get hijacked, you didn't crash, you didn't throw up, you weren't late, and you weren't nauseated by the food. So you're grateful.
Do not regret growing older. It is a privilege denied to many.
Pilots: People who drive airplanes for other people who can't fly.
They invented wheelbarrows to teach FAA inspectors to walk on their hind legs.
The FAA Motto: We're not happy till you're not happy.
Fighter Pilots: Cold, steely eyed, weapons systems managers who kill bad people and break things. However, they can also be very charming and personable. The average Fighter Pilot, despite sometimes having a swaggering exterior, is very much capable of such feelings as love, affection, intimacy and caring. These feelings just don't involve anyone else.
Words of Wisdom From Aviators:
·Flying is a hard way to earn an easy living.
·Both optimists and pessimists contribute to society. The optimist invents the airplane; the pessimist, the parachute.
If helicopters are so safe, how come there are no vintage helicopter fly-ins?
Death is just nature's way of telling you to watch your airspeed.
Real planes use only a single stick to fly. This is why bulldozers and helicopters* (in that order) *need two.
There are only three things the copilot should ever say:
1. Nice landing, Sir.
2. I'll buy the first round.
3. I'll take the fat one.
As a pilot only two bad things can happen to you and one of them will:
a. One day you will walk out to the aircraft knowing that it is your last flight.
b. One day you will walk out to the aircraft not knowing that it is your last flight.
There are Rules and there are Laws:
The Rules are made by men who think that they know better how to fly your airplane than you.
Laws (of Physics) were ordained by God.
You can, and sometimes should, suspend the Rules, but you can never suspend the Laws.
About Rules:
a. The rules are a good place to hide if you don't have a better idea and the talent to execute it.
b. If you deviate from a rule, it must be a flawless performance (e.g., If you fly under a bridge, don't hit the bridge.)
The ideal pilot is the perfect blend of discipline and aggressiveness.
The medical profession is the natural enemy of the aviation profession.
Ever notice that the only experts who decree that the age of the pilot is over are people who have never flown anything? Also, in spite of the intensity of their feelings that the pilot's day is over, I know of no expert who has volunteered to be a passenger in a non-piloted aircraft.
Before each flight, make sure that your bladder is empty and your fuel tanks are full; check T/O wt....
He who demands everything that his aircraft can give him is a pilot; he that demands one iota more is a fool.
There are certain aircraft sounds that can only be heard at night.
The aircraft limits are only there in case there is another flight by that particular aircraft. If subsequent flights do not appear likely, there are no limits.
Flying is a great way of life for men who want to feel like boys, but not for those who still are.
"If the Wright brothers were alive today, Wilbur would have to fire Orville to reduce costs." President, DELTA Airlines.
In the Alaskan bush I'd rather have a two-hour bladder and three hours of gas than vice versa.
It's not that all airplane pilots are good-looking. It's just that good-looking people seem more capable of flying airplanes.
An old pilot is one who can remember when flying was dangerous and *** was safe.
Airlines have really changed, now a flight attendant can get a pilot pregnant.
I've flown in both pilot seats, can someone tell me why the other one is always occupied by an idiot?
Son, you're going to have to make up your mind about growing up and becoming a pilot. You can't do both.
There are only two types of aircraft* - fighters and targets.
The scientific theory I like best is that the rings of Saturn are composed entirely of lost airline baggage.
You define a good flight by negatives: you didn't get hijacked, you didn't crash, you didn't throw up, you weren't late, and you weren't nauseated by the food. So you're grateful.
Do not regret growing older. It is a privilege denied to many.
farmgirl19
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Bird; I love those! Thanks so much for posting!
And I can tell you from past experience, the one about fighter pilots is true! They can, however, become obsessed with other than themselves, even decades later. :confused3:
And I can tell you from past experience, the one about fighter pilots is true! They can, however, become obsessed with other than themselves, even decades later. :confused3:
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FG actually I was laughing and thinking this is going to hurt.. and I was right,, it did,, it's a little sore today.. buy mostly my butt from the azz chewing I got from my wife,,for not waiting on my son to come over and help.. I told her,,you said to wait on our son in case I fell off and I was just making sure I didn't.:shocked:. I think that was the wrong remark.:laughing:.Lou
farmgirl19
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Lou; You really should learn to listen to the women more often. It could save you some discomfort! :thumbsup:
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The sky is falling! THE SKY IS FALLING! . . . and it's wet. Woohoo!!!:cool2:
farmgirl19
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jinman; You and Western might both get a shower! It is all around me, but all moving away from me.
bindian
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There are certain aircraft sounds that can only be heard at night. .......................and are loudest over water. But the sounds disappear when the engines quit or your mechanic is trying to find it.
Which ever comes first.hugs, Brandi
bindian
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Lou,
I can not remember all the times I hurt myself or equipment when hurrying up to finish a job................just before dark or rain.
Like they tell me after getting an OJI at work.......................slow down.
Or like my Dad always said........................Rom wasn't built in a day.
hugs, Brandi
