tncr is sick
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All good people here. Love you all!
I think I mentioned this when I posted a picture of my childhood home.
This place reminds of the square in front of the temple where people would gather most evenings to drink (mainly tea), smoke, and solve the worlds problems.
People didn't always agree with each other, but at the end of the evening, things were (mostly) smooth and everybody returned the next evening for more of the same. LOL
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@Tom-K said in tncr is sick:
... what have you been up to?
Gained maybe 20 lbs. and added 2 inches to my waistline.
Commensurate increase in cholesterol levels.
Someone totaled my compact hybrid and I replaced it with a gas powered compact.
Replaced a minivan that has given up the ghost with a hybrid SUV.
Oh ... a lot more white hair.You?
@Axtremus said in tncr is sick:
Gained maybe 20 lbs. and added 2 inches to my waistline.
This in turn prompted me to go suite shopping and I was surprised to learn that "pleated pants" are no longer a thing. While I bemoaned the loss of "pleated pants" and researched alternatives, I learnt also that the places that I thought I would get a new suite for no longer expect suites -- slacks and jeans are the norm now.
I have since transitioned from Walmart coutures to Columbia fishing shirts and Costco jeans.
Footwear has largely gone from leather to Sketchers. Still no shoelaces. I even got rid of the Velcro and just go with slip-ins these days.
A pair of cheapo yellow foam sandals that I have been wearing every day in the house for 15 years still refuse to wear out. So at least I still have that constant in my ensemble.
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@Mik said in tncr is sick:
Aren’t the Skecher slip-ins great? Sadly my assortment of Allen Edmond’s shoes goes unused.
Timely. I’m going to go try some Allen Edmond’s this Thursday. I got very used to Rockports for a decent looking but VERY comfortable casual dress shoe. Back about 15 years ago, I was spending 12 hours a day on my feet. The Rockports looked okay and were built on a sneaker platform, so we’re very comfortable. And while they were on the high end cost wise of the disposable shoes (you don’t really repair Rockports) they held together VERY well, and I could typically get 2 years out of a pair (1 year as the dressier option, year 2 as the slightly scuffed more casual option). That was a decent enough trade off, IMO. Maybe 4 years ago, the quality took a big nosedive, though. So the past two years, I’ve been kludging together cheap dress shoes just due to not having the time or inclination to go out and really look for higher quality shoes. My better half has convinced me that’s far more a waste of money than going out and finding an upgrade like Allen Edmond’s or Carmina which can be repaired/resoled/etc… So this Thursday, I get the joy of going shoe shopping with my lovely bride.
The Brad
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@Tom-K said in tncr is sick:
... what have you been up to?
Gained maybe 20 lbs. and added 2 inches to my waistline.
Commensurate increase in cholesterol levels.
Someone totaled my compact hybrid and I replaced it with a gas powered compact.
Replaced a minivan that has given up the ghost with a hybrid SUV.
Oh ... a lot more white hair.You?
@Axtremus said in tncr is sick:
@Tom-K said in tncr is sick:
... what have you been up to?
Gained maybe 20 lbs. and added 2 inches to my waistline.
Commensurate increase in cholesterol levels.
Someone totaled my compact hybrid and I replaced it with a gas powered compact.
Replaced a minivan that has given up the ghost with a hybrid SUV.
Oh ... a lot more white hair.You?
I understanding what you are saying. Some hit there high point in life early on, some later. You did well. I commend you for your effort.
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On style:
You people need a STYLIST! I have one and he's fairly inexpensive. Mine's Tim Gunn, the gayest guy in the world. He was president of the Parsons School of Design.
He's on Project Runway. I have never actually watched a show BUT he shows up with an outfit, I copy the outfit as best I can with what is is my wardrobe. Life can't be better!
I have a lot more hair and I'm WAY better looking but we're the same age and he's got style and I "borrow" it.
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Isn't that a clip-on tie?
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@Tom-K Tim Gunn, yes indeed, a stylish dresser!
@Axtremus Do post pics and descriptions of your festive meals. So awesome (and useful since I go to a great Asian buffet monthly and never know what I’m putting on my plate).
I’ve a collection of Columbia fishing shirts (men’s & ladies). That material never dies. Always looks great. Great for hot weather & menopause too!
I wish I could post more here. I’m just flat out busy.
I sure like when people post their travel pics … It’s so unlikely I’ll ever get to visit these places, but seeing everyone’s pics really makes me smile! I learn so much.
I’m leaving town, heading north when the G7 hits town. It will be wild and stupid crazy here, mainly because of Mr Trump’s appearance after his birthday parade. They actually had school children tear out buffalo berry bushes near Kananaskis so your dear leader, security, anyone else wouldn't be threatened by bears. FFS. -
@Tom-K Tim Gunn, yes indeed, a stylish dresser!
@Axtremus Do post pics and descriptions of your festive meals. So awesome (and useful since I go to a great Asian buffet monthly and never know what I’m putting on my plate).
I’ve a collection of Columbia fishing shirts (men’s & ladies). That material never dies. Always looks great. Great for hot weather & menopause too!
I wish I could post more here. I’m just flat out busy.
I sure like when people post their travel pics … It’s so unlikely I’ll ever get to visit these places, but seeing everyone’s pics really makes me smile! I learn so much.
I’m leaving town, heading north when the G7 hits town. It will be wild and stupid crazy here, mainly because of Mr Trump’s appearance after his birthday parade. They actually had school children tear out buffalo berry bushes near Kananaskis so your dear leader, security, anyone else wouldn't be threatened by bears. FFS.I’m leaving town, heading north when the G7 hits town. It will be wild and stupid crazy here, mainly because of Mr Trump’s appearance after his birthday parade. They actually had school children tear out buffalo berry bushes near Kananaskis so your dear leader, security, anyone else wouldn't be threatened by bears. FFS.
Am going to be in Kananaskis from 5 through 7 June camping and lake kayaking. Our graduation present for the grade 12’er.
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@Mik said in tncr is sick:
Aren’t the Skecher slip-ins great? Sadly my assortment of Allen Edmond’s shoes goes unused.
Timely. I’m going to go try some Allen Edmond’s this Thursday. I got very used to Rockports for a decent looking but VERY comfortable casual dress shoe. Back about 15 years ago, I was spending 12 hours a day on my feet. The Rockports looked okay and were built on a sneaker platform, so we’re very comfortable. And while they were on the high end cost wise of the disposable shoes (you don’t really repair Rockports) they held together VERY well, and I could typically get 2 years out of a pair (1 year as the dressier option, year 2 as the slightly scuffed more casual option). That was a decent enough trade off, IMO. Maybe 4 years ago, the quality took a big nosedive, though. So the past two years, I’ve been kludging together cheap dress shoes just due to not having the time or inclination to go out and really look for higher quality shoes. My better half has convinced me that’s far more a waste of money than going out and finding an upgrade like Allen Edmond’s or Carmina which can be repaired/resoled/etc… So this Thursday, I get the joy of going shoe shopping with my lovely bride.
@LuFins-Dad said in tncr is sick:
@Mik said in tncr is sick:
Aren’t the Skecher slip-ins great? Sadly my assortment of Allen Edmond’s shoes goes unused.
Timely. I’m going to go try some Allen Edmond’s this Thursday. I got very used to Rockports for a decent looking but VERY comfortable casual dress shoe. Back about 15 years ago, I was spending 12 hours a day on my feet. The Rockports looked okay and were built on a sneaker platform, so we’re very comfortable. And while they were on the high end cost wise of the disposable shoes (you don’t really repair Rockports) they held together VERY well, and I could typically get 2 years out of a pair (1 year as the dressier option, year 2 as the slightly scuffed more casual option). That was a decent enough trade off, IMO. Maybe 4 years ago, the quality took a big nosedive, though. So the past two years, I’ve been kludging together cheap dress shoes just due to not having the time or inclination to go out and really look for higher quality shoes. My better half has convinced me that’s far more a waste of money than going out and finding an upgrade like Allen Edmond’s or Carmina which can be repaired/resoled/etc… So this Thursday, I get the joy of going shoe shopping with my lovely bride.
I used to wear Rockports, too. Very comfortable.
There is a saying (I'll butcher it) out there about spending money is wise when you're buying something that separates you from the ground (shoes, tires, mattress...).
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There's nothing sicker than a bunch of grown men talking about shoes.
Can we get back to Donald Trump please?
I was only joking
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@Doctor-Phibes good idea. You can get these for just $500.
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There's nothing sicker than a bunch of grown men talking about shoes.
Can we get back to Donald Trump please?
@Doctor-Phibes said in tncr is sick:
There's nothing sicker than a bunch of grown men talking about shoes.
I suppose we can talk about pumps.
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I’m leaving town, heading north when the G7 hits town. It will be wild and stupid crazy here, mainly because of Mr Trump’s appearance after his birthday parade. They actually had school children tear out buffalo berry bushes near Kananaskis so your dear leader, security, anyone else wouldn't be threatened by bears. FFS.
Am going to be in Kananaskis from 5 through 7 June camping and lake kayaking. Our graduation present for the grade 12’er.
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There's nothing sicker than a bunch of grown men talking about shoes.
Can we get back to Donald Trump please?
@Doctor-Phibes said in tncr is sick:
There's nothing sicker than a bunch of grown men talking about shoes.
What would that priest from the Overseas Russian Church think of this talk??!!
