Nanker Posted January 4, 2014 Share Posted January 4, 2014 Yes, good luck Jack. Thanks for the pic and starting this excellent thread... that I just found. New Year's day was a lazy one for me, though I did start it out with a bang. I am planning on using my meat grinder (unexpected wonderful Christmas present from sonny boy) to make some Italian sausage later today. He got it from this fine Buffalo, NY company: http://www.sausagemaker.com/ they sell everything you need. I'd forgotten about the Sonoma Sausage Co, BBF thanks for reminding me - I'll check them out again too. I recall they had lots of recipes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted January 4, 2014 Share Posted January 4, 2014 Good luck, Jack. And everyone's making friggin sausage! Now I want to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Jack Posted January 5, 2014 Author Share Posted January 5, 2014 Went and saw "Wolf of Wall St", then because of the Jupiter French fry post, I went to 5 Guys and got dinner to bring home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outsidethebox Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 Enjoy your positive days everyone. I've been sitting around my in-laws while my father-in-law is in hospice care for the last three days. It really makes me appreciate those good moments that much more. I just read your post. I am so sorry to hear that. It is never easy losing a loved one and there are no words that can take away the pain. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Jack Posted January 7, 2014 Author Share Posted January 7, 2014 Yesterday, saw American Hustle. Today, third interview with same company Tomorrow, drug test Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 Now what job you getting? I sleep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 Yesterday, saw American Hustle. Today, third interview with same company Tomorrow, drug test Good luck Jack! Oh BTW, think you will pass the test? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Jack Posted January 7, 2014 Author Share Posted January 7, 2014 Oh BTW, think you will pass the test? I better, except for alcohol, I'm 43 and a half years sober. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Jack Posted January 8, 2014 Author Share Posted January 8, 2014 Went and saw Grudge Match this afternoon, then I accepted the job offer I interviewed for the other day. Will be starting in about two weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 Sleep this morning then did nothing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Poojer Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 I sorted, inspected and packaged 11 tons of food at Philabundance that can now be distributed to the Philadelphia community for those that may need some assistance in staying fed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 I sorted, inspected and packaged 11 tons of food at Philabundance that can now be distributed to the Philadelphia community for those that may need some assistance in staying fed. This is simply awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dib Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 I counted down my work days until retirement. 99. bwahahahahahaha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 Gr8 Jack! Awesome to hear, good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 Went and saw Grudge Match this afternoon, then I accepted the job offer I interviewed for the other day. Will be starting in about two weeks. Totally missed this. Congratulations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Jack Posted January 9, 2014 Author Share Posted January 9, 2014 Totally missed this. Congratulations. It's just a movie, I really don't think you need to congratulate me on going to see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 Totally missed this. Congratulations. You're welcome! LoL... It was my bump! LoL... Just messing w/you Gug... :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 It's just a movie, I really don't think you need to congratulate me on going to see it. Still-- it was 2 full hours! Someone needs to congratulate you for that. (Oh, and congrats on the other thing too). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Jack Posted January 9, 2014 Author Share Posted January 9, 2014 Still-- it was 2 full hours! Someone needs to congratulate you for that. (Oh, and congrats on the other thing too). Well if you think two hours is impressive, I saw Wolf Of Wall Street last week, that one is about 3 hours! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 Went to the bank. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted January 10, 2014 Share Posted January 10, 2014 Went to the bank. PM me, I will tell you how to deposit it in my account. :-) :-P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrader Posted January 10, 2014 Share Posted January 10, 2014 I just read your post. I am so sorry to hear that. It is never easy losing a loved one and there are no words that can take away the pain. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Thanks. I just got back from the funeral now. I've got nothing but happy uplifting stories to post in the "what did you do today" thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 Hair cut, oil change, inspection, birthday gift (pick up) ,gas up, pack,and drive 3.5 hours. No sleep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philly McButterpants Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 Moved to Philadelphia (well, Neshaminy for now) to start a new job . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 Moved to Philadelphia (well, Neshaminy for now) to start a new job . . . Congrats Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Jack Posted January 11, 2014 Author Share Posted January 11, 2014 Moved to Philadelphia (well, Neshaminy for now) to start a new job . . . Poojer could show you all the good drinking spots. And Wegmans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 Took Christmas tree down. Heading out soon to take son to the library. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philly McButterpants Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 Poojer could show you all the good drinking spots. And Wegmans. Already found the Wegman' s in Warrington. They have Sahlen' s hot dogs... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Yes, good luck Jack. Thanks for the pic and starting this excellent thread... that I just found. New Year's day was a lazy one for me, though I did start it out with a bang.! I am planning on using my meat grinder (unexpected wonderful Christmas present from sonny boy) to make some Italian sausage later today. He got it from this fine Buffalo, NY company: http://www.sausagemaker.com/ they sell everything you need. I'd forgotten about the Sonoma Sausage Co, BBF thanks for reminding me - I'll check them out again too. I recall they had lots of recipes. Great recipes. Sausage turns out great. Chef Jim deserves props. Good luck, Jack. And everyone's making friggin sausage! Now I want to. lol...c'mon...everyone does it. Went and saw Grudge Match this afternoon, then I accepted the job offer I interviewed for the other day. Will be starting in about two weeks. Congrats Jack! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outsidethebox Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 I pretty much napped the day away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Hair cut, oil change, inspection, birthday gift (pick up) ,gas up, pack,and drive 3.5 hours. No sleep. you got a pick up for your birthday? Way to go! Poojer could show you all the good drinking spots. And Wegmans. congratulations on the new job, it's back up there and I didn't scroll up enough to quote it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Fong Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Watched the new Hobbit movie. I should have climbed a mountain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philly McButterpants Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Thanks all for the good wishes on the new job. It really is a unique position. I have 3 direct reports in the UK, as well as a few here in Philly. First trip to London is already scheduled for early February . . . One week in and I'm loving life (although I do need to find a good pizza place . . .) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfanmiami(oh) Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Shot a fully automatic machine gun for the first time. It was a blast both literally and figuratively! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Bought a like-new treadmill (that goes for $500 new) on a local Facebook garage sale site for $80. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 You going to use it ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 (edited) I have to always monitor the VHF, marine band radio (channel 16) @ work. This laker is broken down as I post, 60 miles off of Sheboygan, Wisconsin... The ship has lost almost all power and propulsion. A tug is now leaving Calumet Harbor to go assist, should take him about 12+ hours. Wow, speaking of breakdowns! A 700+ foot ship stuck in the middle (well not exactly middle) of Lake Michigan. Good thing there are no gales today! Maybe this will make Great Lakes Warriors? Here is the ship, I wonder if it makes the news? Here is the assist vessel en route to the scene: Here is her position. Isn't the internet great... "Road side asistance" in progress! Track the assist by AiS here: http://www.marinetra...ships/367434990 Click on: "Show on live map", red box. You can then zoom out or in to track the Mary E. Hannah and find the Algoma Olympic. UPDATE: USCG pon pon: It is making its way to Milwaukee under limited power and lights... I guess the assist tug will meet up w/it. Edited January 13, 2014 by ExiledInIllinois Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Poojer Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 What company are u working for? I know US/UK companies in Philly probably are fairly common as I work for one also. We'll have to get together for a beer. Thanks all for the good wishes on the new job. It really is a unique position. I have 3 direct reports in the UK, as well as a few here in Philly. First trip to London is already scheduled for early February . . . One week in and I'm loving life (although I do need to find a good pizza place . . .) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 You going to use it ? Yup. Did 2 miles last night before bed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philly McButterpants Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 What company are u working for? I know US/UK companies in Philly probably are fairly common as I work for one also. We'll have to get together for a beer. Hey Pooj, I'm working for a company called PEI-Genesis in North Philly. They're a mfg/distributor of electronic connectors . . . And I'll gladly take you up on the beer. Too bad football season is over. . . You could have shown me the best Bills Bar(s). This weekend is out tho . . .the wife is coming down for a conjugal visit... :w00t: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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