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I've considered buying the hipster router. Just not sure I'd use it enough.

I don't listen to a lot of newer Country, but in the same vein I can highly recommend Jamey Johnson. Especially these albums...

Interesting for sure Marc. Thanks.

G-Man approved sustenance, from Phyllis' Giant Burgers.

Todd, I know that you're intrigued by these speakers. And I also know that you're very busy. You probably should purchase these and send them to me to do an extensive review for you. 5 years should be long enough for me to evaluate them. No thanks necessary. Just helping a guy out.

^ Insert TICE joke here.

Hope you get some good rest Al.

Al, I guess I have more extension cords for the shop.

Boss pulled me aside this morning. Told me that I came in well under the projected budget on the job I finished up about a month ago. He asked me if there was any tool that I hadn't already bought for myself? I told him that the only tool I own that still needs a wall outlet is my table saw. So... I found the best deal on it that I could, and they told me to put it on my company card. And as soon as I ordered it, one of my coworkers offered me $150 for my corded version. Makita doesn't make a cordless table saw, but this will work just fine.

OK. Understood. That is clever. I definitely wouldn't have thought to try that. And if I did, I'd have no idea how to achieve it.

I would probably find it humorous as well if I could decipher what it is you're saying.

No, but I did look at it recently. Seems like a nice tool. It's accurate to 30 seconds in 5 years.

Taking away a balcony door on the top floor rental of a home in the Sunset District. Replacing old door with a window. My boss is a stickler for matching the height to the existing window, down to the 1/16". That's the hardest part, especially since the existing window is nothing like the new one. Turned out great. Once the painter is done it'll look like it's always been that way.

Fractional cookies, er biscuits. My favorite!

It's a very rare kind of laziness that finds me eating anything at the golden arches.

Bah Dah, Bah Bah Bah. What I really wanted was a fractional muffin, but damned if I didn't have a knife!

Thanks for the reminder! Done. But I need to know if this is upside down world, because Al woke up earlier than me?

Happy Birthday Jeffy!

He's just going through a phase.

I could have guessed it was Brits just by the photo. Who else would use a knife with muffins?

Jeff, you may not have been born a nerd, but you have certainly gained that status through osmosis. It's a hard thing to come to grips with. I learned this about myself at my first Head-Fi meet in Austin.

This is how the night went... I picked him up at his jobsite after work. He does not drive, and usually rides with his Uncle. We just made small talk as I drove him to his home to shower and change clothes. I chatted with his Uncle while that took place. I think his Uncle was more excited than anyone. When he was ready we went to a local (Daly City) Greek spot for Gyros. He had never experienced a Gyro, and he absolutely loved it. While having our Gyros, I directed the conversation straight (no pun intended) to his sexuality. I wanted to get that out of the way. He was a bit embarrassed as we talked openly, but was very forthcoming. He is a virgin, and has never really been attracted to girls. He does seem to be a bit confused about exactly what his sexuality is, as he's also never done anything with another guy. He just said that he feels good whenever he's around me. He definitely has Father figure feelings toward me, but is confused regarding the other. He did say that he thought I was very handsome, to which I joked "well of course, you do have good eyesight", and that managed to get a chuckle from him. He's such an innocent young man. Warm and friendly with a curiosity about everything. I do enjoy being around him. But I'm certain that in no way do I want to be his first sexual encounter. We've agreed that we will be friends for now, and I've offered to slowly introduce him into the gay community. Then he can better determine where he fits in. I'm about 95% sure that he's gay. But want him to take all the time he needs to figure that out for himself. I'm also determined to steer him toward guys his age. Your first sexual experience is extremely important in setting the tone for future relationships. And those would be easier if they involved similar ages and stages in life. I realized that I do feel very protective toward him. And maybe a Father figure/mentor will not only be beneficial for him, but myself as well. We ended our outing watching Mario at the theater, where he did snuggle into me a bit, and I didn't discourage that. Very innocent, but kind of cute.

Control his head! And to make a point, control it with the vices he sent you!

Happy Birthday!