Absorbine_Sr

Had a guy in to repair one of our new recliners tonight. This has been an ongoing saga since we bought new livingroom furniture back in early 2014. I won't go through all of the details but it's been a big pain in the ass since we received the furniture. The culprits were Laz-E-Boy recliners (and the store we bought from, Art Van - part of that long story). We bought them because of their reputation but Jesus, these were bad. Tonight's repair was due to a collapsed arm on one of the chairs, The padding and support just collapsed. They sent a guy last Tuesday to look at it. He opened up the bottom of the arm, pushed up the support and sealed it back up. 30 minutes after he left it collapsed again. Tonight they sent a competent technician. He removed all of the upholstery on that arm, removed all the padding, rebuilt and fastened the support, replaced the padding and fabric and basically rebuilt the right side of the chair. It took him about 90 minutes and he let us know what he was doing and why through the whole process. #1 - it's good to see people who love their work and do it well. #2 - why is this shit so common in bigger ticket items these days? Our previous sofa and love seat self destructed in 4 years. They were not cheap, and we are not hard on furniture. Regardless, we think we are good now. We'll see as time goes by.

Fauna - Avifauna

As in the bike thread, I am just a really huge amateur at this but here is a shot from the new Canon EOS M. One more.

Well, shit.

I need to watch Frankenheimer's "Grand Prix" again very soon. RIP James Garner.

Finished NY strip, with green beans. May be the best steak I've ever cooked.

2.5 lbs of New York strip getting prepped for a 4 hour sous vide bath.

RIP Johnny Winter

Habanero and pepper jack bratwursts. Almost too spicy. Almost.

Thanks. I've been wanting something better than my phone or my pocket Panny Lumix. This should fit the bill.

Sitting on the deck enjoying 75F temps, a nice breeze and Debbie's awesome flowers. Tis a good day.

As we have found, cat names can change as personality dictates. Oh, and because cats don't give a fuck. Hi Skye, and good work Dusty!

Pizza from scratch on the Weber tonight. Toppings were pepperoni, roasted tomatoes and artichoke hearts. Our first attempt, and needs work. But we loved the crust.

Happy Birthday to the Baker Boys!!

Happy Birthday!!

Happy Birthday CJ!

Happy Birthday!!

I said the same thing to Debbie last night Antonio. I've been following F1 for over 30 years and these recent changes are really driving me away from the sport. When I hear things like in the last race where drivers are told to dial back to keep the brakes alive, or to not use too much fuel, it's simply become damage management, not racing.

Happy Birthday Justin!

FIA now officially shows they have their heads up their asses: http://www.formula1.com/news/headlines/2014/6/16003.html Discuss. Shame for those bastards who have to restart in the marbles (clag per Mr. Hobbs). Unless it's Rosberg.

Tonight we made portobello caps stuffed with spinach, Italian sausage, onions, herbs and tomatoes. They were excellent.

Yeah, I was hoping for Iran, but it was not to be.

Happy Birthday David!!!

Missed the USA game tonight as we were at a concert but I think you guys have convinced me I should be watching this kickball stuff. Rock on.

Sitting on the lawn at Millenium Park with wine and noms waiting to see Richard Thompson. Acoustic and with his electric band.