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Talk Zone / Re: It’s Opening Day!!!!
« on: March 28, 2019, 10:01:10 am »
Watching AT&T at Lil' Woodrow's with a cold IPA.
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Talk Zone / Re: Aches and Pains (2019)
« on: March 06, 2019, 08:35:34 am »I literally love CFM.
I know I've been spoiled the past few years with the 'Stros ability to hang on to good "glue" players. However I really hate to see Marwin and CFM go. Probably my two favorite players during that time..
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Talk Zone / Re: Preseason Panic
« on: February 28, 2019, 08:12:58 am »I also hate it when people talk with food in they're mouth.
If I can hear you eating you should know I'm secretly planning your death.
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Talk Zone / Re: RIP Willie McCovey
« on: November 01, 2018, 10:58:38 am »For a time, that team also included Orlando Cepeda, Jim Ray Hart, and the Alou brothers. Quite a lineup.
Was Bobby Bonds on that team too?
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Machado is a very talented player and a dirty cocksucker.
He's a bush league little bitch. After the game when asked about lack of hustle he said "it ain't my cup of tea" but he'll go out of his way to spike an infielder. Pelotudo conchudo.
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Beer and Queso / Re: DIRECTV streaming 2018
« on: September 19, 2018, 09:39:36 am »That’s a full-bundle service. I think the problem is that the skinny bundles are different because they can’t pass on the charge for the extraneous shit the wrap around desirable channels.
I got DTV about a year ago with the regular sports package (3 ESPNs, FS1 etc.) and no Golf Channel. When I called them on it they said it would n=ne an additional $10.99 a month pretty much just for the GC. I declined. Then right before the US Open I magically started getting it. Had it ever since.
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Talk Zone / Re: Loved the Astros fans presence at Fenway last night.
« on: September 10, 2018, 09:27:45 am »This will be our little secret, okay? The Sox fans are not really sure if all the Texans are baseball or football fans but they are duly impressed. I was up at my Vermont place earlier this week and all anyone could talk about was the upcoming series with the Astros and they would grill me for Astros details if they heard I was a fan. Not a peep about the Patriots. I think New England is the inverse of Texas in that regard. They love the Pats because they are winners but their first love is baseball whereas Texas loves football of every type but like/love the Astros because they are winning.
I'll vouch for this Das. I do a lot of business on Boston. Flip on sports talk there and they're talking baseball no matter what time of year it is.
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Talk Zone / Re: It's time
« on: August 14, 2018, 08:02:36 am »
I had a Frito Pie Burrito at Bucee's once. Wasn't bad at all.
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Talk Zone / Re: Giants series
« on: August 08, 2018, 09:15:19 am »
Agreed Coach. Very similar to last year when the injury bug hit. Next man up has to perform. The difference is that we had an 11 game cushion.
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Talk Zone / Re: Aches and Pains 2018
« on: June 11, 2018, 10:06:58 am »
Having never had elbow troubles before, I wonder how feasible it would be to just have him DH for the rest of the season.
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Beer and Queso / Re: 2018 Music Thread
« on: June 11, 2018, 08:47:25 am »It's been a great year for music.
I love that Leon Bridges album and think it's his best yet.
Other favorites:
Hiss Golden Messenger
Nathaniel Rateliff
Wye Oak
Kacey Musgraves
Lord Huron
Jon Hopkins
Courtney Barnett
Neko Case
Snail Mail
Lucy Dacus
I second Nathaniel Rateliff. Saw him live for free at ACL and then got gifted the new CD. Pre goo
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Talk Zone / Re: Aches and Pains 2018
« on: June 11, 2018, 08:43:56 am »
Per the radio this morning, Ohtani needs TJ surgery.
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Talk Zone / Re: all star voting open
« on: June 04, 2018, 12:59:12 pm »Never understood the focus on voting for your favorite team.
Vote for who I thought was having the best year at each position. I want an all star team not a most popular team.
Me too pretty much. But if it's close I go with the Astro.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Roger Angell on "Most Important" Vote of His Lifetime
« on: May 18, 2018, 12:51:52 pm »I was in junior high school for most of the goings-on of the Watergate scandal, back in the 1970s. In the summer of 1973, the Senate investigative committee hearings were broadcast live on KUHT/PBS – this was before widespread cable TV, CNN, etc. I remember the hearings being broadcast in black and white, although that could be my memory playing tricks on me.
My mother, who was still a stay-at-home housewife/mom at the time, was practically glued to the TV set that summer. She never watched much television otherwise, but she would not miss the hearings. I would pass through, in the midst of conducting my early teenage doings, and I would occasionally stop and watch with her for a while. I missed most of the high points – most of it seemed like dull, procedural stuff to my unsophisticated 14-year-old mind – but I vividly remember the day that Alexander Butterfield, a former White House staffer, disclosed in front of the committee that Richard Nixon had an extensive taping system in the Oval Office, unbeknownst to almost everyone else in the White House, and that practically all of his conversations with staffers were on tape.
I guess I'm about the same age as you. I remember the hearings. I was totally anti Nixon. I had a poster that said "Dick Nixon before Nixon dicks us" I remember being super pissed at my folks when they went ahead and voted for him again. I voted for Carter my first time because all the shit with Ford stunk so bad.
That revelation blew up the Watergate investigation. It was getting a lot of attention already, but after that day it was huge, and Nixon’s fate was essentially sealed the moment Butterfield revealed the taping system.
For a lot of people my age and older, Nixon has always been the prime example of moral corruption and abject criminality in the upper reaches of our federal government. He has been the default bogeyman for all these years now. No question about it.
I have no idea what all is finally going to come out about Trump and his administration eventually; but it occurs to me that Nixon was less than an amateur crook, compared to Trump. Nixon was a guy with some good intentions, and a good side and a bad side. And the bad side won out. Nixon had morals, though – he ended up betraying them, and being immoral, but not amoral. Trump, on the other hand, does not seem to have any redeeming qualities at all that I can see. He has been up to no good from the start. It seems to me that he woke up one day and realized he was President, and just kept on doing what he apparently always did. I don’t think he made some cynical decision to be corrupt. He just is corrupt, that is his basic nature.
And he makes Richard Nixon look quite good by comparison. That is something I never thought I would ever say.
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Talk Zone / Re: Verlander
« on: May 18, 2018, 07:58:18 am »
O doubt the Cubs win the WS with Rendon closing.
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Talk Zone / Re: Weekly Roundup - April 23
« on: April 23, 2018, 02:59:43 pm »
Thanks Waldo. I love it when the team is playing like they are.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Roger Angell on "Most Important" Vote of His Lifetime
« on: April 16, 2018, 12:51:18 pm »
Have only read excerpts but to me Comey sounds like he is as petty as Trump.
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Talk Zone / Re: New radio afflliates thread-San Antonio has 92.5/93.3 FM
« on: April 09, 2018, 12:25:14 pm »
They have a station that runs down every game and the channel it's on. I think that is 181.
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Talk Zone / Re: New radio afflliates thread-San Antonio has 92.5/93.3 FM
« on: April 09, 2018, 10:06:27 am »Another thing I love about SiriusXM. I can get games pretty much anywhere, no matter how far out in the sticks I am.
Eggzactly. We spend every other weekend on Lake Brownwood and can pretty much get any game we want to hear on Sirius.
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Beer and Queso / Re: RIP Stephen Hawking
« on: April 02, 2018, 08:16:00 am »
My Mamma always said 'it's the destiny of a genius to be plagued by morons".
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Beer and Queso / Re: Roger Angell on "Most Important" Vote of His Lifetime
« on: March 07, 2018, 07:47:50 am »
When the tariff talk surfaced, I wondered if Trump had an economist working for him. Not any more as Cohn tendered his resignation yesterday.
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Talk Zone / Re: The Athletic Houston
« on: February 23, 2018, 09:46:15 am »
FYI for the cheapskates out there (of which I am one), Some of the articles from the Athletic show up on the Astros sub-reddit
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Talk Zone / Re: tomorrows game is on mlb
« on: February 23, 2018, 09:32:36 am »
The menu shows that the game will be shown on MLB at noon. At least I'll be able to see someplace warmwhile watching the boys. I'm excited.
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Talk Zone / Re: tomorrows game is on mlb
« on: February 22, 2018, 07:01:16 pm »Me too Jim. Can’t wait to see Reed and Fisher......and I’m stoked to see Armenteros. Tomorrow can’t get here soon enough!!!
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Wish I was gonna be in Florida watching the boys tomorrow instead of freezing my keester off in Austin.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Roger Angell on "Most Important" Vote of His Lifetime
« on: February 02, 2018, 09:09:38 am »I sincerely hope you are right.
I just have to be right.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Roger Angell on "Most Important" Vote of His Lifetime
« on: February 02, 2018, 09:01:22 am »If he runs and wins again I will not be surprised.
I disagree BG. I believe that as long as the dems don't trot Hilary out again they will prevail in 2020.
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Talk Zone / Re: What if?
« on: January 31, 2018, 01:07:37 pm »after Bud Selig is mysteriously fucked to death by rabid hyenas.
A beautiful sentiment.
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Talk Zone / Re: Just to generate some discussion...
« on: January 31, 2018, 01:05:01 pm »
Yep, if Lucroy doesn't want to come to Houston fuck him.
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Talk Zone / Re: world series stuff
« on: January 02, 2018, 11:03:39 am »
I got 2 WS Champs hoddies just in time for the freeze. Also a sweet cap and another tee. I guess I was good this year.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Roger Angell on "Most Important" Vote of His Lifetime
« on: December 15, 2017, 07:38:39 am »One thing I think I haven't seen discussed much is the failure of the Voter ID law to continue suppressing the minority vote. Alabama's has been in place since 2011 and so it's been through a number of election cycles already. With African-Americans making up 25% of the population but 30% of the electorate on Tuesday, it seems that the effectiveness of the law has an expiry date. Those who were originally disenfranchised by it appear to have obtained an approved ID and are using it against those who took away their vote in the first place.
If the same is true in Texas, Ted Cruz is in a lot of trouble.
While African-Americans don't make up 30% of the electorate in Texas, Hispanics do. I think Teddy is in a heap of trouble.
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Talk Zone / Re: Stanton
« on: December 15, 2017, 07:33:34 am »
I think Kershaw is a FA after next year too. Jus' sayin'.
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Talk Zone / Re: Sad day for Longhorns
« on: December 15, 2017, 07:30:07 am »I think his whole career was in Atlanta. May have been picked up in their expansion year. He was always in the shadows of Butkus but I think he every bit the player Butkus was but wasn't the self-promoter.
He was the first player drafted by the expansion team. His first year he was ROY and had something like 290 tackles. Unreal.
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Talk Zone / Re: Server move done
« on: December 11, 2017, 07:46:48 am »
I logged on this morning expecting the site to be down for the migration. Nice surprise. It's screaming fast. Thanks Waldo!
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Talk Zone / Re: Stanton
« on: December 01, 2017, 11:26:02 am »
Just saw that it's down to either the Gints or the Turdinals.
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Talk Zone / Re: Stanton
« on: December 01, 2017, 11:00:48 am »
Have y'all heard what kind of teammate Stanton is?
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Talk Zone / Re: I cannot get enough of this stuff
« on: November 10, 2017, 08:17:02 am »I didn't like Pederson. But then after his abomination home run trot, I really started to hate him. I hope that the next Astros pitcher to face him (no matter how long its takes) drills him right in the ribs.
I don't like him either. In fact I believe that if he was in the AL he would eventually reach the upper levels of my dislike reserved for the likes of Pooholes and Larry Wayne. Smug shitass.
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Talk Zone / Re: world series stuff
« on: November 07, 2017, 01:05:58 pm »
Nothing yet, but Christmas is coming. I will be inundated.
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Beer and Queso / Re: New Grill
« on: November 03, 2017, 12:32:19 pm »
For the ribs I like Olde Thompson Mesquite Habanero rub. It comes with a grinder top. It's got garlic, onion, habanero anf salt in it. I add a little course ground black pepper. Congrats. My brother got a pellet smoke a few months back and loves it. He's in Ft Collins so they have a hard time getting oak, pecan or mesquite.
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Talk Zone / Re: The Void
« on: November 02, 2017, 12:02:02 pm »
105 days 'till pitchers and catchers report.
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Talk Zone / Re: Beltran and McCann
« on: November 02, 2017, 11:57:31 am »
having McCann to develop the young guys is invaluable.
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Talk Zone / Re: Thank You
« on: November 02, 2017, 08:48:11 am »
Frito Pie baby! God bless y'all.
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Talk Zone / Re: Game 6
« on: October 31, 2017, 01:36:50 pm »Just finished frito pie.
Homemade red in the fridge. Picked up fritos at HEB. Frito pie scheduled for 6:30.
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Talk Zone / Re: Gameday Special
« on: October 26, 2017, 02:33:18 pm »I made the seven-pepper chili from Homesick Texan and ate it both nights. Tomorrow I believe I will make frito pie out of it. It’s excellent, by the way—especially when fed to confused non-Texans marveling at beanlessness.
Anybody that knows beans about chili knows chili don't have beans.
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Talk Zone / Re: An Appreciation of Dave Roberts
« on: October 26, 2017, 01:11:04 pm »
Well he is in the National. They are used to making more moves.
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Talk Zone / Re: Springer's At-Bats
« on: October 25, 2017, 03:07:44 pm »
McCann isn't starting tonight is he?
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Talk Zone / Re: Springer's At-Bats
« on: October 25, 2017, 07:55:21 am »To me, the problem is impatience and chasing bad pitches,
This, and not swinging at nice middle in pitches.
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Talk Zone / Re: World Series - Series Previews - Astros/Dodgers
« on: October 25, 2017, 07:51:22 am »
Thanks Waldo. Go 'Stros!
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Talk Zone / Re: Fondly remembering...
« on: October 24, 2017, 07:55:12 am »I half way expected to see Joe Niekro's 1980 gem.
I watched that one at a buddy's wedding reception on a 6" TV. As you can imagine, all the guys were surrounding the TV and the gals were not happy.
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Talk Zone / Re: World Series - Series Previews - Astros/Dodgers
« on: October 24, 2017, 07:52:26 am »
Outstanding W.
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Talk Zone / Re: World Series tickets
« on: October 19, 2017, 01:28:51 pm »
Is this for season ticket holders? Will do a lottery like "05 for us unwashed.
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Talk Zone / Re: ALCS Series Previews - Astros/Yankees
« on: October 17, 2017, 01:13:16 pm »My recollection of Gray is pitching pretty well against Houston, but your preview makes me think he was no better than ok. McCullers pitched three shutout innings against the RS, then allowed the first two to reach in his fourth inning, and they scored. This is a real gamble by Hinch which shows great faith in McCullers. I hope he steps up.
I remember he threw a ton of pitches. I think 100 threw 6 or something like that.
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Talk Zone / Re: Yankee Gorveling...
« on: October 13, 2017, 03:14:57 pm »Just adds to the exit velocity.
Exactly. I really love it when FB pitchers try to simply overpower this team. Guriel is really fun to watch in that case.
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Talk Zone / Re: Happy Playoffs!
« on: October 13, 2017, 03:11:20 pm »I read it. It was good. Things change and people change; I'm OK with StrosRays just not feeling the same passion that he once felt for the team. You can't just make yourself feel it again; it either will happen or it won't.
I went through a very similar thing with the NBA after the last strike. I just couldn't muster the same feeling for the game.
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Talk Zone / Re: Yankee Gorveling...
« on: October 13, 2017, 01:15:22 pm »Their bullpen. We need to get up early.
We've been doing it pretty regular. Let's hope they cool off during the break.
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Talk Zone / Re: McCullers
« on: October 13, 2017, 01:12:19 pm »I like breaking ball pitcher/fastball pitcher/breaking ball pitcher/fastball pitcher, but I also overthink things a lot.
Me too. Like JR and Niekro.
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Talk Zone / Re: Yankee Gorveling...
« on: October 12, 2017, 03:57:08 pm »Fodder for the pyre:
http://www.nj.com/yankees/index.ssf/2017/10/yankees_houston_astros_whos_better_alcs.html
I love the rationale for the prediction at the end. That's some deep analysis right there.
No kidding. We're picking the Yanks. Why not?
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Talk Zone / Re: Strasburg...
« on: October 11, 2017, 09:08:15 am »
He's being Strasburg. They've powdered his ass since day one. Diva.
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Talk Zone / Re: Non-fiction baseball book recommendations
« on: October 10, 2017, 02:54:37 pm »Every baseball fan needs to read Ball Four. Additionally, there are plenty of references to Bouton's time with the Astros.
Start there.
I remember reading Ball Four when I was in high school at night. I would be laughing so hard that my folks thought that I had a bunch of friends in my room.
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Talk Zone / Re: Indians or Yankees?
« on: October 10, 2017, 11:24:25 am »
I'm with you Ebby. Plus, no more day games if the get the Yanks.
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Talk Zone / Re: Carlos Beltran
« on: October 10, 2017, 07:34:42 am »
Mrs Duke asked why Gattis was starting at DH against the righty instead of Beltran. I told her Hinch was saving him to PH against Kimbrel because he owns him. Made me look prophetic which rarely happens.
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Talk Zone / Re: ALDS Series Previews - Astros/Red Sox
« on: October 05, 2017, 07:49:56 am »
outstanding job Waldo. Thanks a bunch.
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Talk Zone / Re: A View From Boston
« on: October 03, 2017, 01:08:24 pm »
Thanks for posting. That was really pretty good.
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Talk Zone / Re: Astros Rotation down the stretch
« on: September 28, 2017, 02:25:08 pm »
Damn she looks good in Astro gear.
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Talk Zone / Re: Division Winner
« on: September 28, 2017, 08:51:45 am »
I saw a Food Network show about Skyline chile. They do it 5 ways. Chile with noodles, with cheese, with beans (kidney no less), onions and jalepeno poppers. An affront to the BBGs and Chile gods.
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Talk Zone / Re: Race for the Race for the Lid
« on: September 28, 2017, 07:45:28 am »You might not be caught up on all the fine print but technically Duke is still in play and blownranger has been eliminated.
Thanks Bench. Here's hoping I'm 4 games off the final number.
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Talk Zone / Re: Wild Card Race
« on: September 26, 2017, 10:02:33 am »If the Astros win 98, then you would win.
Cool. Thanks BG. Not sure why I thought I had 97.
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Talk Zone / Re: Wild Card Race
« on: September 26, 2017, 07:49:06 am »
Looks like my chance to win the race for the lid is doomed (97). Glad to lose that one.
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Talk Zone / Re: Astros Rotation down the stretch
« on: September 26, 2017, 07:46:24 am »
In the pregame last night (wasn't paying super close attention so I don't remember who) they said they thought McCullers was on track to be the 4th starter. Hope not.
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Talk Zone / Re: Anyone else bummed...
« on: September 07, 2017, 11:34:06 am »
Not much consolation but at least there is an NFL game on. I can pull for DJ to drill the goat.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Outdoor cooking question
« on: September 01, 2017, 12:50:20 pm »I think most of us agree...charcoal is best, but the convenience of gas has a quality all its own. Most of the time (two or three times a week) I go with the gas. I have had my eye on a pellet grill for a while now, as it seems to combine the flavor of charcoal with the convenience of gas, but have heard mixed results.
My brother in Colorado has a pellet grill, mainly because it's hard to get hardwood up there. He loves it. I call him a push button pit master because that's how easy it is. It does a damn fine job on a brisket.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Outdoor cooking question
« on: September 01, 2017, 11:43:39 am »
I love my BGE. It's great for everything except brisket. You have remove the meat, grill and diffuser to add fuel. Luckily I have a New Braunfels offset for that. I wanted a BGE for a long time but wouldn't cough up the money to get it. The wife surprised me on my b-day a few years back. The wife also surprised me 2 years ago with a weber genesis gas grill. It's great for fish and chicken during the week. I also have a large chimney style pit for Argentine parilla style cooking. So the right tool for the right job.
That being said, if you are only going to have one, I'd go with the weber kettle style charcoal pit. It does everything well for about $200.
That being said, if you are only going to have one, I'd go with the weber kettle style charcoal pit. It does everything well for about $200.
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Beer and Queso / Re: TS (now Hurricane) Harvey
« on: August 24, 2017, 01:21:24 pm »
Thanks Das. You are awesome.
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Beer and Queso / Re: TS Harvey
« on: August 24, 2017, 08:11:41 am »Waters are warm,
I read that the Gulf water temp is 85 degrees. That's the same as Lake Travis. Pretty remarkable.
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Bad calls happen. It's part of the game. But that was malicious, and with intent. He was ready to get the game over with, and it showed last night.
It's pretty understandable to be fed up when there have been multiple punchouts in the last week on just atrocious calls. The umpires have to be held accountable by someone, since the umpire union's only job is to defend fat pieces of shit like Joe West who should've retired 5 years ago.
It's games like yesterday's that will lead to computers calling ball and strikes.
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I think this group respected the BBGs and did not cause the present woes. Clearly, however, the Baseball Gods are angry. There is no other possible explanation for the never-ending parade to the DL. I blame throwing in Aoki to clear the way for Fisher. There was no other reason for him to be in a Teoscar for Liriano trade. Problem is, I do not know what can be done to appease them. I am willing to listen and to try most anything.
Gallo, tranquilo. Necisito su sangre para un trabajo.
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Talk Zone / Re: "Players' Weekend" jerseys
« on: August 10, 2017, 07:48:31 am »
Completely aside from the why, how does one get one's hair to do that?
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Talk Zone / Re: Luhnow on the radio
« on: August 08, 2017, 07:40:18 am »
Springer looked ok when he was drenching Julia and Centeno on Sunday.
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Talk Zone / Re: Trade Deadline 2017
« on: August 04, 2017, 07:52:24 am »I still don't get why Dodgers considered to be such big winners landing the prize Darvish. He really has not been good this year.
Me either. Seems like the Dodgers and Yankees got guys that Houston has handled pretty well this year.
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Talk Zone / Re: Trade Deadline 2017
« on: August 02, 2017, 11:50:02 am »
Nonexistent. I can't believe he's worked at the Statesman as long as he has.
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Talk Zone / Re: Trade Deadline 2017
« on: August 02, 2017, 07:42:25 am »
The 'Stros must have really blown it. Bohls said so in his column this morning.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Roger Angell on "Most Important" Vote of His Lifetime
« on: July 25, 2017, 03:21:32 pm »
Hey it's tough to do math like that in your cabeza. Rick Perry couldn't either.
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Talk Zone / Re: McCullers
« on: July 24, 2017, 08:26:23 am »The same. That makes the arm lag behind, and the result is wild high and inside (to RH hitter). If he rushes and tries to catch up his arm to his body, the result is yanking the pitch low and away. He was wild on both sides of the plate. His visible frustration and demeanor on the mound do not help either.
Thanks Jim. Exactly what they said aside from the demeanor comment which I anticipated. Maybe he should watch the last few holes of the British open to see how a pro deals with adversity.
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Talk Zone / Re: McCullers
« on: July 24, 2017, 07:44:14 am »I doubt he is hurt.
I listened to the game on the radio (the Orioles feed). The announcers were saying he was letting his left side fly open and that was causing the wildness. What your take coach?
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Talk Zone / Re: Aches, Pains and Muscle Strains (2017 Version)
« on: July 18, 2017, 09:53:25 am »Jammed left thumb for Correa.
Not sure I understand how you do this just swinging the bat. Looked painful.
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Talk Zone / Re: Quintana is off the market
« on: July 13, 2017, 01:41:27 pm »Why would he do something crazy?
Not sure. Pressure maybe.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Roger Angell on "Most Important" Vote of His Lifetime
« on: July 13, 2017, 01:00:54 pm »93
Talk Zone / Re: Quintana is off the market
« on: July 13, 2017, 12:59:27 pm »Am I the only one thinking Luhnow wants to Keuchel back on the hill and see how effectively McHugh can pitch in major league games before making a deal?
Not sure he'll be able to figure that out in the next 18 days. It would be nice to know before he did something crazy though.
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Talk Zone / Re: Quintana is off the market
« on: July 13, 2017, 10:42:44 am »Pretty big haul.
Yessir. I hope that isn't how it all goes down. I'm guessing we'll stand pat if it does.
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Talk Zone / Re: Astros In-Season Trade History
« on: July 13, 2017, 07:41:40 am »I don't see the Cardinals and Luhnow making any deals with each other any time soon, if ever.
Plus they are only 5.5 games back. The season ain't over for the turds.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Roger Angell on "Most Important" Vote of His Lifetime
« on: July 11, 2017, 10:47:15 am »Don Jr. makes Fredo look like Michael.
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"I can do things. I'm smart"
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Talk Zone / Re: 2017 team
« on: July 07, 2017, 03:24:12 pm »Devo added to All Star team as an injury replacement.
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have we ever put 6 on the AST?
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Talk Zone / Re: Trade Deadline 2017
« on: July 06, 2017, 03:24:44 pm »
The speculation I've been reading today about the Cardinals interest in Donaldson seem to indicate that the Jays still feel like they can contend this year, so they may not be sellers just yet.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Rockets, WTF?
« on: June 29, 2017, 07:39:27 am »
Lots of scuttlebutt on the airwaves yesterday that the Rockets are also in the market for Paul George and or Carmelo Anthony.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Rockets, WTF?
« on: June 28, 2017, 01:35:31 pm »
I thought he might end up in SA.
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Talk Zone / Re: Oakland game steaming on you tube
« on: June 22, 2017, 08:17:45 am »
A coworker told me that there is a Sub-Reddit called MLB that has postings of various games being streamed. He said it can be hit or miss but that can usually Catch the 'Stros. I can't confirm since I fired Time Warner and have Direct TV now.
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Beer and Queso / Re: It's going to rain...
« on: June 21, 2017, 01:52:23 pm »
Very cool. Thanks for sharing.
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Talk Zone / Re: Sonny Gray
« on: June 21, 2017, 08:38:57 am »Well, folks, what do you think? I certainly do not want to give up elite prospects for him, and I really liked Fisher.
The Mariners are going nowhere. Would King Felix be available? What is his contract status?
He sure throws a lot of pitches to get folks out. I'm with you on Fisher. He looks like a big leaguer.
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Talk Zone / Re: Banny is clearly a master of psycology.
« on: June 16, 2017, 08:45:52 am »
I tip my hat Sphinx.
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Talk Zone / Re: Aches, Pains and Muscle Strains (2017 Version)
« on: June 15, 2017, 07:57:43 am »
Yep. Really poor judgment. Check the runner, if it's too close go to first. You have to get at least one there.
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Talk Zone / Re: Aches, Pains and Muscle Strains (2017 Version)
« on: June 14, 2017, 11:02:27 am »Peacock was great. Correa was not.
You gotta get at least one out there Carlos.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Astro Trip May 25th thru May 30th
« on: June 02, 2017, 07:50:48 am »
The first time I had New Mexico style enchiladas was in Socorro on my way to the Laughlin River Run. Stacked blue corn tortillas with chicken, a tomatillo sauce and a fried egg on top. When the waiter brought it out I thought he screwed up my order. But I tried and it's pretty damned good.
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Talk Zone / Re: Charting the 2017 Astros record (updated daily-ish)
« on: June 01, 2017, 12:42:24 pm »
97 wins has a nice ring to it. Plus that's my number in the race for the lid.
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Talk Zone / Re: Ticket Question
« on: June 01, 2017, 11:55:32 am »
Got tickets to the game on the 17th (thanks Mrs. duke) right behind the good guys dugout.
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Talk Zone / Re: Aches, Pains and Muscle Strains (2017 Version)
« on: May 24, 2017, 03:36:55 pm »
Great frickin news.
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Beer and Queso / Re: whats is like in denver my daughter is heading up ther
« on: May 23, 2017, 11:13:56 am »
The last time they had a spring blizzard of this magnitude was 2002. Crazy.
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Beer and Queso / Re: whats is like in denver my daughter is heading up ther
« on: May 23, 2017, 09:26:30 am »
I realize this is late but I was in Ft. Collins for my niece's graduation. It snowed 9 inches on Thursday. Completely gone on Saturday when we did our brewery crawl.
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Talk Zone / Re: Series Preview - Astros @ Yankees
« on: May 11, 2017, 03:41:39 pm »
Nice work Waldo. Enjoyed the read. Go 'Stros!
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Beer and Queso / Re: National Beer Day - April 7th
« on: April 07, 2017, 03:53:50 pm »
Buckethead
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Talk Zone / Re: OWA: 40 for 40
« on: April 03, 2017, 09:58:04 am »
Thanks Music Man. I've enjoyed these immensely.
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Talk Zone / Re: Rule Changes
« on: February 27, 2017, 11:27:54 am »It was Game 3 of the '72 Series, and Austro is correct that Bench looked at strike three.
What is rarely mentioned is what transpired in the TV broadcast booth. Monte Moore was the A's pbp guy and was sitting in with Curt Gowdy and Tony Kubek. When Dick Williams went to the mound and gestured toward first base, Kubek said "Monte, don't the A's have a play where they act like they're going to walk the batter, then try to sneak a strike by him?" Moore and Gowdy chuckled, and Moore said "If they do, Tony, I'm unaware of it". After the A's pulled it off, there was prolonged silence in the booth until Gowdy said "Tony, you can now mount up and ride triumphantly into the sunset".
I remember that I freakin loved it. I hated the Reds.
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Talk Zone / Re: Rule Changes
« on: February 24, 2017, 10:20:48 am »
I vaguely remember Johnny Bench striking out on a IBB in the world series. I think it was against the A's and he had worked a full count with ducks on. The A's acted like they would put him on then threw a strike and he went down swinging. I loved it because I hated the Reds. Anyone else recall the details?
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Beer and Queso / Re: Smart Home
« on: February 10, 2017, 10:00:29 am »Man. And all this time I thought I was clever for having a touchpad on the front door rather than a key.
You have a touchpad??? I have to use the garage door opener.
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Beer and Queso / Re: 2016 Music Thread
« on: January 20, 2017, 11:42:36 am »And just because I didn't see it in the list, I'm really digging American Band - Drive-By Truckers
Listening to them a lot on XM. Really good.
Any love for Chris Stapleton?
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Beer and Queso / Re: Big 12 Expansion
« on: December 13, 2016, 08:58:14 am »Probably won't be any scheduling between schools as long as DeLoss Dodds is alive. Don't you know that removal of 4,100 unsafe temporary bleacher seats really set the UT program back.
I think the issue had more to do with UH not offering a refund to the folks that bought those tickets. They were told they could watch the game at Hofheinz Pavilion. Pretty shitty. It didn't hurt UT at all.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texans
« on: December 12, 2016, 07:59:26 am »Osweiler is just unimaginably bad. I just cannot figure out what they were seeing when they decided to give him a big contract.
My wife's comment yesterday on Osweiler "he looks like Frankenstein surrounded by villagers with torches when he's in the pocket".
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Talk Zone / Re: Center field
« on: December 02, 2016, 08:49:01 am »There is a multitude of tacos better than Torchy's within a quarter mile radius of your seat at the park.
Never really understood the Torchy's thang. The queso is ok but other than that meh. Tons of other places that are much better even in North Austin. Heard they just opened a new Torchy's in Ft Collins. I guess they're nation wide.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Big 12 Expansion
« on: November 30, 2016, 09:33:45 am »back to the subject instead of this name-calling pissing match, I do not care if we hire Orlando, but I do want a good DC. Under no circumstances should UT even consider bringing Major back.
I'be read that major is basically blocked from coming back to UT due to the Kearny lawsuit. Is this true?
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Beer and Queso / Re: Big 12 Expansion
« on: October 31, 2016, 07:55:53 am »
I think the game in Lubbock will show if Texas has really made progress. It's been such a shit show on the road so far. TT always plays UT tough at home. Glad it's an early start.
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Well, I don't know, in my world there is no real heartbreak, very little melancholy and no untimely death.
Still ":once upon a time I was accosted by an insanely hot Puerto Rican girl in Johnny O'Hagan's on North Clark" sounds like a pretty good start to an inursting story.
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I was sitting at my favorite watering hole last night enjoying an IPA with a few regulars one of whom is an avid Cubs/Bears/Black Hawks fan. He was really pumped up and talking shit. A couple of others commented that it was nice to see the Cubs in the series and wished them well. I listened quietly until I was asked who I was pulling for and I said that I hoped the Cubs got their stools pushed in by the Tribe. Needless to say histrionics followed, but I don't care. FTC.
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Talk Zone / Re: Cheers
« on: September 15, 2016, 08:02:24 am »
The opposing coach from the "other" tavern is such a Ranger.... not so much a Cardinal, Cub, or a Dodger. Clearly a Ranger (which is a step below the pimply ass of the Reds even...)
I'll never forget that line. Looking up at the pimply, mis-shappen ass of the Reds. Classic OWA
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texans
« on: September 12, 2016, 01:00:16 pm »
Lamar Miller looked good. It was interesting how the Dolphins handled him. Nice pick up.
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Talk Zone / Re: Ex-Astros News
« on: September 01, 2016, 01:06:03 pm »I wonder which team claimed Puig.
Me too. And why are they keeping on the down low.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Happy Birthday to me and Andy Z . .. Today I turn 63!
« on: August 08, 2016, 09:07:44 am »
Happy birthday to the both of you.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Vale David Huddleston
« on: August 05, 2016, 08:31:42 am »
WHAT?
NOOOOO!!!!
NOOOOO!!!!
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Talk Zone / Re: Yankees @ Astros - Welcome to The Show, Mr. Bregman
« on: July 25, 2016, 01:39:11 pm »
Nice work Waldo! Thanks.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Big 12 Expansion
« on: July 22, 2016, 08:58:19 am »
From BON so take it for what it's worth. Explains UT support for UH to to the Big 12
http://www.burntorangenation.com/2016/7/21/12253514/texas-land-deal-houston-big-12-expansion
http://www.burntorangenation.com/2016/7/21/12253514/texas-land-deal-houston-big-12-expansion
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Beer and Queso / Re: Big 12 Expansion
« on: July 21, 2016, 02:17:45 pm »As of UH fan that would be ideal, but I doubt that is happening. Of course the SEC doesn't shy away from bringing in teams that could be good. Meanwhile there is a group of Big12 fans that dont want UH because they are worried that UH might get too good.
You'd think the idea would be to get the teams that would make for the most intriguing match-ups, seeing as that what ultimately drives TV ratings.
The SEC is so interesting because there are so many good to great teams and generally people like to watch football games b/w good teams. But by all means add UCONN, I'm sure the UCONN Iowa State game will totally kill it in the Hartford market.... meanwhile enjoy those 3000 mile trips for the baseball, women's volleyball, softball, women's soccer, etc...
No way they add UConn. That's just ESPN BS.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Big 12 Expansion
« on: July 21, 2016, 01:48:17 pm »Oh, and several UT board members still bear grudges against them.
This is very true. Deloss Dodds once told me they would never schedule another game with UH let alone let them in the conference.
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Talk Zone / Re: 7/19 GZ
« on: July 21, 2016, 07:46:26 am »Sumatra is an interesting place. It's mostly monkeys eating mangoes and masturbating. It's kind of how I pictured a TZ gathering at your house would be.
I lived in Balikpapan for 18 months. I loved it there. I'd probably still be there if I could have gotten a work permit extension out of Pertamina. Enjoy yourself.
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Talk Zone / Re: 7/19 GZ
« on: July 20, 2016, 11:37:05 am »
Just finished it. Now I get the recap. Nice work.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Visiting Niagara Falls
« on: July 15, 2016, 08:45:29 am »Can't help your trip since it's been years and years since I've been there, but just my personal opinion on aesthetics only:
Iguazu
Angel
Niagara
Someway, someday I'd love to go see Victoria Falls.
Iquazu is spectacular. The walk way out over the river above the falls is an incredible view despite being quite somber. At the viewing platform there is a memorial plaque commemorating all the men that died building it.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Trump
« on: June 24, 2016, 08:31:34 am »"People are angry all over the world," he said.[/i]
So, Trump thinks the "Brexit" is a good thing. So I guess it must really be a bad thing.
The Link
I'd really like to see Limey's take on this.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Copa America
« on: June 21, 2016, 02:32:02 pm »Big game tonight!
I think I might have mentioned it in this forum before that my wife and her family are from Argentina. We had the whole crew over Saturday night to watch the game with Venezuela. Of course much of the conversation was around how bad Argentina would beat the US. Well the entire group will be back at our place tonight. I'm certainly no expert but I trust the group here who say the US should be able to at least hold their own tonight. Otherwise there may be some references to the Malvinas or such and trouble will ensue. The US has to at least do better than Venezuela and Chile did.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Copa America
« on: June 13, 2016, 09:28:19 am »No. Why? Did I miss anything?
Colombia was playing their JV team. I wouldn't read too much into that loss.
Scored a hat trick.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Art Briles...out at Baylor
« on: May 27, 2016, 11:54:19 am »Starr was Chancellor and President, I think. now "only" Chancellor.
He has tenure. Supposedly can't be fired.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Art Briles...out at Baylor
« on: May 26, 2016, 02:00:10 pm »
The Pepper report was released and according to the ESPN spoke of the lack of institutional control and accountability in the football program.
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Beer and Queso / Re: iPhone SE? Maybe? New Android?
« on: May 25, 2016, 10:05:43 am »So...because I'm not a particularly patient man...I went ahead and got the iPhone 6s. It's still big, but I suppose I'll have to get used to it. I went with the 64GB model, but am wondering if I should swap that for the 128GB...I know the lack of expansion is one of the drawbacks of the iPhone, and bigger is better, right?
A good big phone is better than a good little phone.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Phoenix for me next week, what should I do? (Will be @ Astros Monday)
« on: May 25, 2016, 07:09:36 am »If you like local beers, visit Arizona Wilderness and Goldwater Brewing.
I like Four Peaks just east of ASU as well. Good beer and big food.
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Talk Zone / Re: Fredi Gonzalez gone in the ATL
« on: May 18, 2016, 10:13:49 am »Heard this morning that Gonzalez learned of his firing via... the team's travel itinerary.
Now that is really bush. Maybe that organization has deeper issues than we realize.
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Talk Zone / Re: Fredi Gonzalez gone in the ATL
« on: May 18, 2016, 09:17:01 am »That was bush league. Gonzalez wasn't the problem there, but the lack of big league talent, and that Gonzalez obviously wasn't the GM's choice.
Yep, he was Bobby Cox' choice.
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Talk Zone / Re: The Competition
« on: May 16, 2016, 12:45:09 pm »So did the Rangers really wait until the last inning of the last game of the year they play against Toronto to retaliate for the bat flip in the playoffs last year? If so that is some next level chickenshit.
It is truly bush league. If they were going to retaliate for the bat flip, they should have thrown at him the first time up this year.
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Beer and Queso / Re: I kn9ow Andy Zipp hates it but....
« on: May 03, 2016, 07:16:39 am »
I worked at AMD fro several years and I live in North West Austin. t first they allowed me to work offset hours (7 to 4) and from home occasionally. Then they decided that if we weren't in our cubical from 8 to 5 we weren't working. Ridiculous! My commute went from 45 minutes each way to 1.5 hours. 3 hours a day on Mopac will drive you to drink.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Leicester City FC
« on: May 03, 2016, 07:11:01 am »I saw yesterday that the odds on Leicester winning before the season were longer than Elvis still being alive.
5000-1 before the season started.
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Beer and Queso / Re: I kn9ow Andy Zipp hates it but....
« on: May 02, 2016, 09:01:26 am »Traffic is nothing a couple hundred million in bike lanes can't fix.
Or a rail line from East Riverside to UT.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texans Offseason
« on: May 02, 2016, 09:00:17 am »
Heard on the radio yesterday that the Dolphins were investigating the twitter leak and it turns out that the guy that did it was Tunsil's former financial advisor. The drop from the 3rd to 13th pick would cost him $7M over the course of his first contract.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texans Offseason
« on: April 29, 2016, 02:17:31 pm »Damn you autocorrect. That was supposed to be "someone with an agenda".
Agreed. Somebody has it in for Laramie for sure. So he dropped a few spot to the Fins. My wife is a huge fan and she is super excited to get him. Miami needs O li e help.
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Beer and Queso / Re: I kn9ow Andy Zipp hates it but....
« on: April 26, 2016, 04:02:44 pm »Yes, it's become an amalgamation of California, NY/NE, and the upper midwest, all crammed into what was a perfectly good city.
I don't know. I've been here all my life. I spend a bunch of time in CA and NE (sending this from Boston) and I don't see much resemblance to either of those. Austin is certainly different than it was in the 70's but isn't every place? I'm not like those who bemoan the downfall of what Austin used to be. It's better in some ways (BBQ has improve vastly in the last 10 years) and worse in others (traffic) but it's still home.
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Beer and Queso / I kn9ow Andy Zipp hates it but....
« on: April 21, 2016, 01:20:27 pm »
......Austin named #1 by Forbes.
http://www.papercitymag.com/culture/texas-hotspot-austin-declared-the-no-1-city-in-america-by-national-mag-tommorrowland-real/
http://www.papercitymag.com/culture/texas-hotspot-austin-declared-the-no-1-city-in-america-by-national-mag-tommorrowland-real/
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Beer and Queso / Re: are their still bluebonnets about
« on: April 13, 2016, 07:24:08 am »due to illness we have not been on the bluebonnet trail.. any still out there
Still out there. It's been a pretty good year for the bluebonnets. That said, it's been a spectacular year for the indian paintbrushes.
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Game Zone 2016 Archive / Re: Opening Day
« on: April 05, 2016, 02:15:52 pm »Aaron Gleeman @AaronGleeman 2 minutes ago
Most homers by a shortstop through 100 career games:
23 Carlos Correa
16 Nomar Garciaparra
14 Alex Rodriguez
14 Bobby Crosby
13 Ernie Banks
Before A Rid started juicing.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Trump
« on: March 11, 2016, 08:15:41 am »Actually he said he wanted a political insider as VP. I'd guess either Sessions, Giuliani or Christie.
It will be a southerner.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texans Offseason
« on: March 09, 2016, 03:07:21 pm »Then you missed seeing him rack up another two hundred yards or so.
The consensus seems to be that Miller was very poorly used in Miami.
6 games last year where Miami gave him the ball less than 10 times.
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Talk Zone / Re: 2016 Crystal Ball Tracker
« on: February 16, 2016, 02:46:45 pm »Baseball Prospectus has released their PECOTA rankings. They predict the Astros win the west with a 88-74 record.
I'll take it.
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Beer and Queso / Re: San Antonio?
« on: February 12, 2016, 12:37:40 pm »Idid...err..."dated" a girl from Ft. Collins once (or twice). It's a pretty cool place. Not a lot in terms of jobs there though, at least not at the time.
Still isn't a lot unless you are a Vet at CSU. I think HP has (or had) an R&D facility there.
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Beer and Queso / Re: San Antonio?
« on: February 12, 2016, 07:52:19 am »
I've lived in Austin pretty much my whole life. Stay away from 6th altogether. Agree Rainey St. is fun as well as Fourth St. We live north so we do the Domain bars and Lil Woodrow's more. Real estate has gone through the roof and is going higher.
Don't think I'd do Denver but just spent a week with my brothers in Ft Collins. Went to a bunch of funky little restaurants like Blue agave and Oliver Millers and a pretty cool martini bar in Old Town (I think it was called Elliot's). Spent a couple of days in Steamboat Springs which is only 3 hours away through some of the most picturesque country I've ever seen. It had snowed about 18 inches the day before we got there but was clear and cold.
Don't think I'd do Denver but just spent a week with my brothers in Ft Collins. Went to a bunch of funky little restaurants like Blue agave and Oliver Millers and a pretty cool martini bar in Old Town (I think it was called Elliot's). Spent a couple of days in Steamboat Springs which is only 3 hours away through some of the most picturesque country I've ever seen. It had snowed about 18 inches the day before we got there but was clear and cold.
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Talk Zone / Re: New unis?
« on: January 22, 2016, 05:24:00 pm »
Sorry y'all, it may be nostalgia but I love the rainbow gut.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texans 2015
« on: January 11, 2016, 11:17:15 am »
What about the kid at Penn State he coached before he got the Texans gig?
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texans 2015
« on: January 11, 2016, 10:22:29 am »Not me. OB had made up his mind that he was never pulling Hoyer from a game again. Ever. They were going down the drain together.
Then he needs to go, That was the worst QB play I've seen in a ling time.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texans 2015
« on: January 11, 2016, 09:15:16 am »
Gotta say I was totally shocked that Weeden didn't start the second half.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Some Nasty Shit Going Down in Paris Tonight
« on: November 18, 2015, 07:46:03 am »Meanwhile, the scheduled friendly (football) match between Germany and Holland has been called off at the last minute due to threats of a bomb and the reported discovery of a truck bomb at the stadium.
In London, the friendly between England and France is underway as planned. England winning 1-0 at halftime, but the whole stadium belted out La Marseillaise like they were all card-carrying sons and daughters of the Revolution.
FYI, the French team includes Lassana Diarra, who lost his cousin in the attacks last Friday.
I know it's best to get back to normal after something like this but the French side couldn't have really had their hearts in it.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texans 2015
« on: October 26, 2015, 08:24:45 am »The emperor's had no clothes on for over a year now. O'Brien is so far in over his head he makes Ray Handley look like Vince Lombardi.
I don't understand his sideline demeanor. Just stands there with that stupid look on his face. Then he keeps Foster in at the end of the game when it's meaningless.
I want to pull for the Texans but I just can't get behind them. First it was the Aggie coach and now they just suck. It's hard to believe with all the draft picks that Houston has not had a quarterback since Warren Moon.
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Beer and Queso / Re: 2015 College Football
« on: October 22, 2015, 11:29:58 am »Watts-Jackson said his hip was hurt when he hit the ground-before his celebrating teammates piled on top of him. "It felt like I was under there for an hour. After watching, I guess I wasn't under there that long, there were just a lot of people on top of me. Definitely being under the pile of all those people, being about 190 lbs., it's not that fun of an experience." He added he would do it all over again if he had to. (from Dallas Morning News, 10/22/15).
Thanks. It didn't look that violent or awkward.
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Talk Zone / Re: Cubs at Mets
« on: October 22, 2015, 11:27:25 am »I never thought I would see anyone as hot as Beltran in the playoffs as an Astro. Murphy was a "who's he?" guy for me, but not any longer.
Hot as he was they just kept pitching to him and he kept hittin 'em out. Amazing run.
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Beer and Queso / Re: 2015 College Football
« on: October 20, 2015, 11:15:36 am »You left out the part where the MSU returner broke his hip when everyone dogpiled on him.
everybody is leaving that part out including all the media reports. He's out for the season. I can't tell if he broke it during the play or during the dog pile.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Foundation Repair
« on: October 15, 2015, 11:13:15 am »I shop at Kroger on the weekends, and I always make it a point to check on Nolan's meat.
It is good meat, generally. But pricey. And not many around here want to pay full pop for it, apparently.
So as the expiration date nears, Kroger is forced to slash the prices, across the board. On Nolan's meat, I mean.
Once they start slashing, I start buying.
Aged beef man.
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Talk Zone / Re: What a ride!
« on: October 15, 2015, 08:56:23 am »
Agreed Coach. Here's hoping TWC comes to an agreement with Root.
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Beer and Queso / Re: 2015 College Football
« on: October 08, 2015, 10:35:46 am »I don't know that Perrin could let Strong go without the blessing of the new President. Very unlikely.
Agreed.
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Beer and Queso / Re: 2015 College Football
« on: October 08, 2015, 08:20:38 am »Boosters didn't like the hire to begin with, also new AD will want to make a splash. I think he should get a 3rd year but I'm not so sure he will get it, unless things turn around and I don't see that happening.
Perrin has a one year contract and I don't think he will let Strong go. I imagine that we won't have a new AD until next summer. I think Charlie gets a third year.
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Beer and Queso / Re: 2015 College Football
« on: October 07, 2015, 01:25:21 pm »People should just look at the whole year and then evaluate, IMO.
And what is he supposed to do about the special teams mistakes, at least mid season or game by game? He has a shitty kicker. How's he supposed to coach that up?
How about not trotting him out for a meaningless kick and going for on fourth down. What good do 3 points do you when you're down by 30?
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Talk Zone / Re: Hell yeah!
« on: September 28, 2015, 02:14:25 pm »I'm having all sorts of weird things run through my head about this week's games, many of them at least mildly amusing, and I'm terrified of saying any of them, terrified that they may jinx the Stros. I can't remember many times I've exercised so much restraint.God Bless you for doing so.
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Beer and Queso / Re: 2015 College Football
« on: September 28, 2015, 12:34:45 pm »That's a pretty big leap from shitty officiating to moral bankruptcy.
Wasn't just shitty officiating, it was an ass reaming. Defensive holding on a running play where the so called offender is getting double teamed?
Holy shit!
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Beer and Queso / Re: 2015 College Football
« on: September 28, 2015, 11:18:35 am »That game was the biggest no lube screwjob I have ever seen by an officiating crew. Charlie Strong not murdering that side judge is a testament to his character. I would've ripped that guy's head off long before then.
Fucking unbelievable.
In my 45 years of attending UT football games, I have never seen Texas get hosed like that in Austin. Speculation on talk radio is that the fix may have been in and was driven by a big booster who doesn't like CS.
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Talk Zone / Re: I have urgent and important news to share
« on: September 22, 2015, 06:40:13 pm »
I had business in New Braunfels today. Stopped at Buccee's for gas and they had a special on their Frito Pie Burrito. Had to get one and it was damn fine. My contribution. Hope it helps.
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Beer and Queso / Re: annuallly for many years here happy birthday to me and andy z
« on: August 07, 2015, 10:22:01 am »
Happy B-day you two.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Smoking pork
« on: July 13, 2015, 09:45:20 am »
My favorite way to grill a pork tenderloin is to fillet it out to about 3/4" think. Stuff the inside of the loin with a layer of basil pesto and a layer of mozzarella cheese. Roll it up and tie it. Then rub the outside with more pesto and grill it over a pretty hi heat for like 35 to 45 minutes. Tasdty and moist.
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Beer and Queso / Re: US Open
« on: June 22, 2015, 09:10:34 am »Wow. Johnson three puts on 18 to lose the U.S Open. Historic dick stepping.
Unreal. I was hoping for 18 more today. The course was rough but there was plenty of drama Sunday. Spieth tired to give it away, Johnson did.
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Talk Zone / Re: So....how good is this team, really?
« on: May 04, 2015, 01:20:17 pm »
Whatever we do we don't need to piss off the baseball Gods. Headed to KFC for the ritual chicken.
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Beer and Queso / Re: 2015 NFL Draft
« on: April 29, 2015, 03:47:27 pm »If Gurley is available when the Texans pick at 16, they'd better fucking take him. I think he'll be gone before then, however.I think he'll be long gone but if he isn't the Texans should snap him up. More likely they'll end up taking the next best WR after White and Cooper.
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Talk Zone / Re: west coast games suck
« on: April 21, 2015, 09:27:15 am »
Agreed. It don't take long to swing 3 times.
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Talk Zone / Re: Franchise Four
« on: April 09, 2015, 08:00:13 am »
Biggio, bags, Fat elvis and the Toy Cannon.
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Talk Zone / Re: TV Schedule
« on: April 06, 2015, 11:18:28 am »I know it's a silly question, but are you sure about this? Usually ESPN televised games aren't blacked out.
For what it's worth the American Statesman listed it showing tonight.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Emeril's NOLA
« on: December 23, 2014, 10:55:43 am »Had to try this last night at Julep on Washington... I concur to its awesomeness.
It's my go to drink this holiday season.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Emeril's NOLA
« on: December 16, 2014, 09:28:16 am »Best item on the menu is the Vieux Carre. Have a couple and you won't care if the food is any good.
Tried this out this weekend. Holy crap that's a good libation. Thanks for the heads up.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Saturday Football
« on: December 08, 2014, 09:59:26 am »This is idiotic.
Maybe, but I'm not the only one.
http://www.barkingcarnival.com/2014/12/7/7348923/size-matters-cfp-playoff-selections
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Beer and Queso / Re: Pretty Big Game in Lexington tonight
« on: December 08, 2014, 08:57:04 am »Although one does wonder if these refs will ever call any of the fouls that UK is committing.
25 fouols called against Texas. Really??? With 2 top 10 teams madxe up of elite big guys it would have been nice to see the refs let them play.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Saturday Football
« on: December 08, 2014, 08:54:26 am »
This came dpen to a big time football program that will put lots of AIS and be a big TV draw versus 2 small private schools. The fact that the Big 12 didn't have a real conerence champ just gave the commitee an out.
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Beer and Queso / Pretty Big Game in Lexington tonight
« on: December 05, 2014, 10:08:02 am »
Even though it's early Decmeber it should be a great test for Barnes' team tonight. I hate that Taylor is out and the offense struggles (see UT Arlington) but the defense is stout. Hook 'Em.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Saturday Football
« on: December 03, 2014, 07:45:57 am »
TCU junps Florida State to #3, Baylor to #6 behind OSU. They may be trying to squeeze FSU out of it.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texans 2014...underway
« on: December 02, 2014, 09:13:39 am »I don't mind that he was in there. Whatever gives you the best chance to score, and Watt's the best tight end they have. But there was no need for the dirty hit on Mettenberger. There is no need for the finger wagging. There is no need for the being a dick to the reporters post-game. There is no need for a lot of the douchebag things he does. Yet he does. He's hard to watch sometimes.
Agreednm HH. If he was the all business, no bull shit guy he says he is then he wouledn't do any of that crap. My high school coach would have yanked him around by his facemask for that shit.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Saturday Football
« on: November 24, 2014, 09:50:00 am »Our D's performance this year makes me believe we honestly could have competed for the conference if Ash had been healthy. Ifs and buts, candy and nuts.
Really looking forward to the game on Thursday. Call me crazy but I think the 'Horns compete with the Frogs.
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Talk Zone / Re: CSN Bankruptcy
« on: November 18, 2014, 12:04:47 pm »I don't get this.
The play clock continues to run after you are tackled in bounds.
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Talk Zone / Re: CSN Bankruptcy
« on: November 18, 2014, 11:59:57 am »This is why golf, oddly enough, makes for great television. There's pretty much always something actually happening in play on your screen.
Golf is great for napping on Sunday afternoon.
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Talk Zone / Re: CSN Bankruptcy
« on: November 18, 2014, 11:57:00 am »At least in the NBA, the ball is in play 100% of the game clock. That's only 40% of the actual tip to buzzer time, but at least the clock doesn't run when the ball is dead. Plus,there's actually scoring even when the clock is *not* running.]
Not when the player is tackled in bounds. Something Kubiak never grasped.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texans 2014...underway
« on: November 17, 2014, 12:59:47 pm »I think one can play his best without being a prick or denigrating his opponents.
The crap with the fans was completely bush.
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Beer and Queso / Re: For you whiskey drinkers out there
« on: November 06, 2014, 11:57:05 am »This is the only whiskey my wife has been able to tolerate without a mixer. We stock the shelves with it now.
I prefer Templeton but I'm not going to argue with her.
I like Templeton alot as well. It hasn't been broadly available in North Austin (that means the 2 Twin Liquor stores i frequent).
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Beer and Queso / Re: For you whiskey drinkers out there
« on: November 06, 2014, 09:46:14 am »I haven't tried 1835 yet, but opt for Buffalo Trace, Four Roses, and Bulleit for my standard "every day" bourbons, listed in order of preference. Anyone sampled the eagle rare?
Bulleit bournon and their rye for my everyday whiskey.
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Beer and Queso / For you whiskey drinkers out there
« on: November 05, 2014, 03:15:26 pm »
http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2014/11/05/japan-beats-scotland-to-win-worlds-best-whiskey-title/
Yamazaki single malt awarded world's best.
Yamazaki single malt awarded world's best.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texans 2014...underway
« on: November 04, 2014, 04:11:41 pm »
I did once. The Big 12 championship game in 2005, UT v. Colorado. Very pleasant.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Visiting Chicago?
« on: November 04, 2014, 02:50:24 pm »
I might just be old fashioned but I enjoy going to Marshall fields to see the window diplays and the Christmas decorations.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Saturday Football
« on: October 20, 2014, 09:20:57 am »
18 jhadf a pretty decnet game. First Horn to run for 09 and pass for 300 yards since Colt did it. And not a bad day for Colt yesterday as well.
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Talk Zone / Re: 2004 NLCS
« on: October 17, 2014, 11:33:45 am »
I loved it. What an unlikely hero. Spends most of the year in the minors and the sends his team into the WS with a 3 run walk-off. Holywood stuff.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Friday Afternoon (Cheap) Beer Thread
« on: October 13, 2014, 07:50:58 am »
OLS
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Beer and Queso / Re: Headed to Big D tomorrow...
« on: October 13, 2014, 07:48:53 am »
11 penalties (including a ridiculous interference with a punt returner), a kick-off returned for a touch, a interception returned for a touch, compared to only 3 penalties for OU. We outgain the Sooners by 250 yeards. If only we coukld limit the dick-stepping....
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Beer and Queso / Headed to Big D tomorrow...
« on: October 09, 2014, 06:21:20 pm »
Leaving at 9:00, klobasnicky at 10:30 in West. Not sure what is wrong with me but I think the 'Horns have a shot. Hook "em \m/!
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Beer and Queso / Re: Saturday Football
« on: October 07, 2014, 02:50:44 pm »LOOK AT ME! SEC!
Had to post this one. You stay classy bammer!
http://ftw.usatoday.com/2014/10/alabama-fan-paul-finebaum-rant
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Talk Zone / Re: Astros to add $20 Million to the payroll, per Crane
« on: October 07, 2014, 01:25:11 pm »if you are clapping what are they bending cranes ear with...maybe i dont really want to know
He'll listen if ou have $10 M.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Adrian Peterson indicted for child abuse
« on: September 16, 2014, 08:46:40 am »My parents used everything including the switch. The worst part was that I had to go cut my own from the camphor tree in the backyard.
My folks would send me out to cut one from a china berry tree. And it better be big enough too.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Anyone interested in joining the SnS Fantasy Football League?
« on: September 11, 2014, 03:18:25 pm »I think Duke's point, and mine too, is why would the NFL try to protect the guy in the first place if in fact they saw the tape? How valuable can one woman-beating, star running back be? There has to be a compelling reason for them to protect him knowing there's even the slightest possibility of the tape getting out.
Exactly. If the league had come out immediately with a 10 game suspension, then it woukld be less of an issue now.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Anyone interested in joining the SnS Fantasy Football League?
« on: September 11, 2014, 09:59:07 am »
Why would the NFL protect that POS?
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Beer and Queso / Re: 2014 Ryder Cup
« on: September 03, 2014, 07:17:33 am »I hope that I am way wrong.
I don't think you are.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Whataburger Green Chili Burger
« on: August 22, 2014, 12:07:59 pm »I think it's a regional thing. They have them in West Texas but only tested them a few months ago in the Austin area and then withdrew them. It was an excellent addition to the Whataburger line and I hope they bring them back around here.
Just got 2 for lunch at the WB on Parmer. First time to try for thwe wife. She loved it.
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Talk Zone / Re: Astros @ Yankees Series Preview
« on: August 19, 2014, 01:24:23 pm »
Awesome EC!
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Beer and Queso / Re: annual happy birthday to me and andy z
« on: August 07, 2014, 08:52:09 am »
Happy B-Day you two!
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Talk Zone / Re: Bad Day for Former Astros
« on: July 29, 2014, 11:01:27 am »it is never routine.
Agreed. Same withe the Eyes opf Texas, and we sing that twice at every game.
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Talk Zone / Re: Alfonso Soriano?
« on: July 10, 2014, 02:52:39 pm »NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
Tell us how you really feel coach.
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Beer and Queso / Re: World Cup 2014
« on: June 27, 2014, 11:23:48 am »If you know how to control yourself, which apparently you don't, the right amount of syrup makes the pancake awesome and adds flavor to any bacon/sausage you are also eating.
Never been a maple syrup fan, too sweet. I'l take a little blackstrap molasses.
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Beer and Queso / Re: World Cup 2014
« on: June 26, 2014, 10:23:33 am »Also, it's flooding in Recife where the US plays Germany today. Game still a go, though.
My nephew is in Recife for the game. Says the raining/floosding are making hard to get to the game.
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Beer and Queso / Re: College World Series
« on: June 24, 2014, 09:51:08 pm »
BTW, Considering how long it took to garner the moniker should've quit 500 posts ago, I predict I will never achieve another plateau.
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Beer and Queso / Re: College World Series
« on: June 24, 2014, 09:46:40 pm »I probably should know this but am drawing a blank.
Burnt Orange Nation?
Correct. Sorry.
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Game Zone 2014 Archive / Re: Bravos @ Astros June 24, 2014
« on: June 24, 2014, 08:19:39 pm »Springer hits one straight away. Love to see him go up the middle. It would serve him well to do much more of that.Announcer said 441 ft.
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Beer and Queso / Re: College World Series
« on: June 24, 2014, 08:15:13 pm »No idea, but I'd be shocked if he were not.
Accorgimg to BON, he want's an extension. No way Patterson doesn't offer.
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Talk Zone / Re: Braves @ Astros Series Preview
« on: June 24, 2014, 07:03:39 pm »
Thanks Austro!
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Beer and Queso / Re: World Cup 2014
« on: June 24, 2014, 11:16:23 am »Yeah, "puta" literally means "whore" (and "puto" would be the male equivalent), but it's often used in the same way we'd say "bitch". Slang doesn't always translate directly. For example, in Spanish, they'd refer to a guy getting kicked in the "juevos", while we'd say "nuts". Neither literally means "testicles", but colloquially they mean the same thing in that context.
My Wife and her family are all from Buenas Aries. My mother-in-law (do not call her suegra) gave me a list of proper soccer curses:
Puta que te pario
Pelotudo conchugo
Carajo
I fit right in watching Riva
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Beer and Queso / Re: World Cup 2014
« on: June 24, 2014, 11:10:51 am »I went to school with a weird group of guys one of whom was from Juarez, one of whom was from Zaire, one was Spanish and one was Italian. They would speak in Spanish and call each other 'puto' all day long.
Among friends and family it is kind of a kidding term of endearment at least in South Texas.
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Beer and Queso / Re: World Cup 2014
« on: June 24, 2014, 09:35:31 am »Isn't "hijo de puta" the equivalent of "son of a bitch?"
Son of a whore where I come from.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Washington Reedskyns (TM)
« on: June 18, 2014, 08:02:02 pm »If I wanted to be offended I would be.
Isn't that the way it usually goes
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Talk Zone / Re: RIP Tony Gwynn
« on: June 18, 2014, 07:47:57 pm »Man, that is a great article.
It really was Mark. And fuck Will Clark
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Beer and Queso / Re: Washington Reedskyns (TM)
« on: June 18, 2014, 07:34:39 pm »It's also amazing to me that Snyder and the others' primary argument is "No, it's not offensive."
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Beer and Queso / Re: Washington Reedskyns (TM)
« on: June 18, 2014, 07:33:53 pm »It's also amazing to me that Snyder and the others' primary argument is "No, it's not offensive."
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I'm 1/8th Arapahoe and I never thought that Blackhawks or Braves or Chiefs were offensive. But Redskins always seemed akin to yellow peril.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texans Draft
« on: June 18, 2014, 11:06:53 am »He's whining and trying to get traded. I like Andre. I understand his frustration. I don't disagree with his sentiment. But he's made his point. He's under contract. He needs to shut up and get to training camp.
Agreed. He needs reps with the new QB.
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Talk Zone / Re: RIP Tony Gwynn
« on: June 17, 2014, 07:26:28 pm »Pretty good basketball player, too.
Stole alot of bases when he was younger too. So much fun to watch. RIP.
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Talk Zone / Re: RIP Tony Gwynn
« on: June 17, 2014, 01:11:40 pm »I liked the one about never being struck out by Pedro (35 AB) or Maddux (94 AB).
Chip Brown said this monring that Gwynn only struck out 3 times in a game once in his MLB career.
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Beer and Queso / Re: World Cup 2014
« on: June 13, 2014, 01:18:07 pm »This game looks absolutely miserable to play in.
I wish it would rain limke that in Austin.
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Beer and Queso / Re: World Cup 2014
« on: June 13, 2014, 11:48:26 am »
Mexio can't stay onsides!
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Beer and Queso / Re: World Cup 2014
« on: June 13, 2014, 08:57:02 am »
Menaus is a shit hole. I have no idea why they would play there. How bad is the weather when it rains so much grass won't grow?
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Talk Zone / Re: Never thought I'd see the day
« on: June 12, 2014, 12:54:28 pm »
Not that I feel sorry fpor the douche rockets but they do hsae 13 players on the DL.
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Beer and Queso / Re: World Cup 2014
« on: June 12, 2014, 12:51:47 pm »
The game today should be interesting. I've heard (from my better informed friends) that Croatia has a strong side and that Brasil hasn't looked great in the friendlies so far.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Road to Omaha
« on: June 10, 2014, 07:47:48 am »Yeah, but not to ESPN which had a black screen for the dramatic final pitch.
Also, for those interested, Derek Fisher is on for viewing in the UVA/Maryland game.
But we got to see the fireworks after the game was over.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Road to Omaha
« on: June 09, 2014, 09:35:50 am »
Tech in on 1-0 pitcher's dual. We'll see today about TCU.
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Talk Zone / Re: Don Zimmer RIP
« on: June 05, 2014, 08:02:29 am »
Played, coached, managed or executive in baseball for 66 years. Amazing. RIP.
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Beer and Queso / Re: USMNT World Cup
« on: May 23, 2014, 09:18:46 am »No Donovan, though not entirely surprising, it seems a bit odd to not vale the experience he could have brought.
I'm guessing Donovan toree it when he took the sabsatical in 2012. Klinsman said he would hsve to earn his way on and I guess he didn't. Still I agree regarding his experience.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Total Knee Replacement
« on: May 07, 2014, 10:08:56 am »I'd have to be in a lot of pain for a long time to even begin to think about a replacement.
I was. Originally had ACL/MCL in 1978 due to a crackback block. Had 2 additional procedures over the next 20 years. It's been bone on bone for some time. Had to quit playing tennis two years ago and then haven't played any golf for the last year. If I get to the point I can play a round this year then it may hsve been worth it. The stitches (32) come out tomorrow. I'll know more about the recovery timeline then.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Total Knee Replacement
« on: May 06, 2014, 12:37:45 pm »She had a saint for a husband. He took very good care of her.
It is really hard on the care giver. I owe my wife big time.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Total Knee Replacement
« on: May 06, 2014, 12:34:36 pm »a friend's mother did that in her 80s.
You've confirmed it then, I'm a wuss.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Total Knee Replacement
« on: May 06, 2014, 12:30:45 pm »My mother had both knees replaced in the same operation when she was 65. She did them both because everyone she talked to that had the procedure done said they would never do it again.
That is one very brave woman. No way I'd try both. It was incredibly hard getting arouind with one good leg.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Total Knee Replacement
« on: May 06, 2014, 12:00:34 pm »
My brother has had both of his hips done in the last three years and he is 54, so he is in the same boat. He didn't have nearly as much trouble with his hips as I'vwe had with the knee so it may not be as traumatic for him.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Total Knee Replacement
« on: May 06, 2014, 11:22:15 am »
I should have had it done 10 years ago but was told I'd hsave to do it twice before I die if I did it thsat young. I've dropped 40 lbs since I hasd the original replacement at the begining of the year. As far ss the pain tolerance piece of this, the therapist and the doctor siad I just needed to suck it up snd work though the pain. After 4 weeks with no progress they x-rayed the thing and saw thst there was so much scar tissue that the patella was not "floating" properly and thus the surgery lsat week. Right now I woudn't recommend doing it to sny one and my surgeon is one ofr the best oin the state. That being said, If I can get a round of golf in this year I may eat my words.
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Beer and Queso / Total Knee Replacement
« on: May 05, 2014, 11:28:41 am »
So I had my knee replaced at the begining of the year to repsairx the bone degeneration I've experienced with the artrhitis thst acompanied a bad injury in college. Things didn't heal all that well so last week the surgeon went back in and removed a little over s pound of scaar tissue (debrising the wound). In addition to the massive amount of pain I've been in the danm thing won't quit leaking. I know ast some point in the future I'll look back on this (maybe while I'm playing a round of golf) and be glad I did it. Right now, no.
Any similar experience or advice?
Any similar experience or advice?
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Beer and Queso / Re: Moontower 2014
« on: April 25, 2014, 10:01:44 am »If I'm not feeling totally dead.
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I hear ya man. These late nights out on a school night are really making me drag ass.
Thanks for the update. We did the Paramount again all night. Dennis Miller rocked.
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Beer and Queso / Re: anyone do anything to celebrate earth day?
« on: April 24, 2014, 03:33:38 pm »They ended up closing and moving to Pflugerville. It took decades for me to get over that fucking sign. In fact, it still pisses me off but I don't want to punch them now.
Yep. You wouldn't expect to see it in Austin.
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Talk Zone / Re: Maybe the best use of slow mo in baseball this season
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Beer and Queso / Re: anyone do anything to celebrate earth day?
« on: April 24, 2014, 10:57:13 am »i remember hippies...thought i was one in my maxi dress with a flower in my hair
When I was a kid growing up in North Austin, the Dodge City steakhouse on Lamar (right next to the Syline club, where Braker dead ended), they had an old claw foot bathtub hanging from the sign. It read for "flower children only". North Austin was way different than downtown back in those days.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Moontower 2014
« on: April 24, 2014, 10:53:29 am »
We did the Paramunt early and late. Demetri Martin was the early show. Very laid back but funny. Nice start to the week. Then Burress at 9:30. Agree with you Mark. He was awesome!
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Beer and Queso / Re: did y'all know
« on: April 23, 2014, 11:03:23 am »it is the most interesting this I have ever done. this is my second time.
If I ever get the chance I'll jump at it.
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Beer and Queso / Re: did y'all know
« on: April 23, 2014, 10:30:18 am »that advertising on craigslist that you are interested in ice skating means you want to buy crystal meth? I am foreman of a Travis County Grand Jury and learned that recently.
Now I bet that is an interesting thing to participate in.
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Beer and Queso / Re: anyone do anything to celebrate earth day?
« on: April 23, 2014, 08:03:08 am »
Cut down a treee and burnt a tire. Actually the 22nd is my wife's birthday. We had dinner at Olve and June. First time there since it changed from El Arbol. Pretty tasty.
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Talk Zone / Re: Maybe the best use of slow mo in baseball this season
« on: April 16, 2014, 10:29:42 am »This is rarely a good thing.
I know! Wait....do you know her?
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Talk Zone / Re: Maybe the best use of slow mo in baseball this season
« on: April 16, 2014, 10:04:28 am »
The wife and I went to bed after the Philly's took the lead and I went to sleep. She being the die hard Bravo fan kept watching in the bedroom. Needless to say I was awakends from a dead sleep to her squeals of approval.
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Talk Zone / Re: Doc Gooden made his debut 30 years ago today
« on: April 10, 2014, 01:03:05 pm »I saw Lee Arthur Smith pitch for Castor. He pitched a long time in the big leagues. He was untouchable in high school.
I saw Dave Clyde at Nelson field in the state championships. I remember a TV reporter asking how he had improved his control so much between his junior and senior year and he said "I worked at it".
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Talk Zone / Re: First Televised Regular Season game (in Austin) tonight v. the BJays
« on: April 09, 2014, 08:01:09 pm »
Watching the first time this year. Harrell is not doing that bad. Should have been just 3-0 if Dominguez could throw the damn ball. It's nice to see my boys play someone besides the damn stRangers. Nice to see them play at all.
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Talk Zone / Re: First Televised Regular Season game (in Austin) tonight v. the BJays
« on: April 09, 2014, 12:29:29 pm »The good news is that it shouldn't be blocked out / I think you should be able to see it.
The bad news is that Lucas Harrell is pitching, so even if you are able to watch you'd wish that you weren't able to after it is all said and done...
I hope so. After seeing Rice kick crap out of the Horns last night I'm more or less sensitized.
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Talk Zone / Re: First Televised Regular Season game (in Austin) tonight v. the BJays
« on: April 09, 2014, 11:10:43 am »
Onl because it was listed in the TV section of the sports page in the Statesman. If it is blacked out, it wouldn't be the first time they screwed that up, but I'm hoping they are on.
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Talk Zone / First Televised Regular Season game (in Austin) tonight v. the BJays
« on: April 09, 2014, 10:21:09 am »
On ESPN2 I think.
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Talk Zone / Re: OPENING DAY 2014 - tickets, food, etc.
« on: April 02, 2014, 11:35:14 am »Also, according to the Round Rock Express schedule, Oklahoma City is opening there. I wish I had time to go this weekend, but would anyone consider a meet up in July when they play there again?
And Nolan Ryan is throwing out the first pitch for RR's opening day as well. So we got that going for us.....which is nice.
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Talk Zone / Re: Not cool, bro
« on: March 26, 2014, 02:52:02 pm »
Bryce Harper is a douche rocket. Glad he got run.
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Talk Zone / Re: I don't like the sounds of this.
« on: February 20, 2014, 10:38:18 am »
raded the van for a mini-bike sand is on his way.
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Talk Zone / Re: Bo upset about the lack of respect....
« on: February 19, 2014, 02:13:03 pm »
Also of note, Bo has a 9am meeting every morning he refers to as a "“synergistic chemistry lab"
I hear they have those all over Oklahoma.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Johnny Manziel: Giant Asshat
« on: February 18, 2014, 01:26:16 pm »The Texans, through McNair and O'Brien, have been saying a lot of shit. I assume it is just maneuvering to keep the first pick valuable. I have read McNair saying Clowney is all that, that he wants Manziel, and that they are willing to trade the pick. I thought I read that O'Brien wants Bortles. I assume this present Schaub nonsense is just more posturing.
Comment from O'Brian at the UT BB was that the team was evaluating 500 to 700 players. No comment on Mansquiek.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Learn me something
« on: February 13, 2014, 01:54:22 pm »I'm a museum goer, and if I had one day in Paris I'd spend 1/2 in the Louvre and 1/2 on the streets.
While I love the Louvre I don't think I'd try to do it in half a day. I'd go with the Musee de Orsay. The building alone is a marvel.
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Talk Zone / Re: The Nolan Ryan thing
« on: February 12, 2014, 07:46:52 am »Because of him, I can no longer think about any gaping asshole without also thinking about a cyclops.
Nor will I. That imagery is etched in my mind forever.
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Beer and Queso / Re: BBQ
« on: February 05, 2014, 12:11:33 pm »No rumor at all, been open for a while but not on 620. http://schmidtfamilybarbecue.com/
Cool! Thanks. Have you been?
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Beer and Queso / Re: BBQ
« on: February 05, 2014, 07:40:56 am »
I've been hearing rumors about a joint venture between Smitty's and Kreuz's in Austin. Actually on 620 South of Laskeway. Inursting if true.
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Beer and Queso / Re: RIP Steve Fromholz
« on: January 22, 2014, 10:59:43 am »
I am not anti-gun, but I wonder what you do with 30+ guns?
I don't have 30 but do have more than I need. I've bought a couple and been given a couple and then inherited a few. They add up. They all still fit in one relatively small safe. I will say that getting them all out to clean a couple of times a year is therapeutic.
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Beer and Queso / Re: merry christmas
« on: December 24, 2013, 11:16:47 am »
Merry Christmas Zoners!
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Beer and Queso / Re: Mack Brown Stepping Down???
« on: December 24, 2013, 08:27:54 am »According to links posted in other forums (ok, the Shag) Canzano is Oregon's version of Lopez/JdJO, only worse. He's stirred up the same shit with every Blazers GMs since Patterson, as well as Mike Belotti, Chip Kelly, and other UO revenue sport coaches. Whatever he writes should be taken with a Jeff-Madden's-hemorrhoid-sized grain of salt.
Their version of Kirk Bohls I guess.
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Beer and Queso / Re: FCC moves to end sports blackouts
« on: December 20, 2013, 01:30:01 pm »I guess I'm slowly turning into a normal sports fan, someone who watches the games for amusement rather than using his teams as a foundational element of self-identification.
I guess this is happening to me as well WRT to the 'Horns. The highs and lows are smoothing out. Some things still make me smile like the way Barnes' team played against North Carolina and beating the stinkin Sooners in Dallas this year, but I quit pulling my hair out when they don't play well. I used to wake up the morning after a loss with a huge sinking feeling in my gut like I'd lost my best girl or something. I suppose it's better this way/.
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Talk Zone / Re: Inevitably...
« on: December 20, 2013, 09:52:17 am »The Puerto Rican Whore signs with the Debbel. May they rot in hell together.
Pelotudo conchudo!
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Beer and Queso / Re: Broncos at Texans
« on: December 18, 2013, 02:46:58 pm »Can we go ahead and start this thread?
Like a dumbass, I'll be getting up at 05:00 to go to the game. At least we're having chili and tamales.
Good chili and tamales will make it worth sitting through that ass-whoopin'.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texans at colts
« on: December 16, 2013, 09:22:10 am »He really needs a change of scenery, something to get the stench of the staff and the whole damn franchise off of him. I mean, you run it 15 times for about 130 and are hell bent on passing it...with a big lead!! I literally would have fired Garrett immediately after the game. The players seem to really like Garrett, but he is not the guy. I hire a guy, ask him if he can win with the base personnel, and move forward. Problem is, Jerry will never allow that to occure, Garrett is the perfect puppet.
Not sure how reliable this is but heard Chris Carter on Mike and Mike this morning say that Romo checked out of a run on the final interception. I think Garret has 3 or 4 more years on his contract. No way Jerry pays 2 head coaches at the same time.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Obamacare roll-out and impact
« on: December 13, 2013, 11:03:35 am »Well, I suspect it'll still be a while. But it's hard to point to another diplomatic policy that's been as much as an abject failure as the US policy towards Cuba. 50 years ago, no one could have imagined that we'd have normalized relations with places such as Vietnam long before Cuba.
Let's hope it doesn't take that long. Cuba is beginning to allow some quasi-free market activity.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Obamacare roll-out and impact
« on: December 13, 2013, 10:07:48 am »Well, you're *allowed* to order and have wine shipped to you. Whether or not someone will be willing to do it is another matter.
I guess it's kind of the inverse of buying Cuban cigars abroad. It's perfectly fine for a retailer in Canada or the UK to sell you Cuban cigars. They're not violating any laws, in the US or within their own countries. But it's against US law for a US citizen to buy one, anywhere, from anyone.
With Obama mingling with Castro in South Africa we must be well on our way to normalizing relations with Cuba. Maybe it won't be long until I can stroll down to Legends and legacies to pick up a box of Cohiba Robustos.
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Talk Zone / Re: Which of these guys do you think will be inducted into the HOF?
« on: December 12, 2013, 03:05:29 pm »Dick Justice published his votes:Here's my Hall of Fame ballot: Bagwell, Biggio, Glavine, Maddux, Morris, Mussina, Raines, Schilling, Thomas, Trammell.
He explained later that he identified "16+ players in the conversation" for his vote.
Come on Beeg and Baggs!!!
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Beer and Queso / Re: Mack Brown Stepping Down???
« on: December 11, 2013, 09:20:37 am »seriously, where did you come up with that "nobody expected much from" shit? 19 returning starters.
16 coming back in 2014!
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Beer and Queso / Re: Mack Brown Stepping Down???
« on: December 11, 2013, 08:17:55 am »Any you guys hearing that John Harbaugh is interested in returning to college football?
Orangbloods reported the Jim was on the list.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Mack Brown Stepping Down???
« on: December 10, 2013, 03:59:52 pm »Indeed it was. Always go with the wanton.
Ney, hot and sour.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Big 12 Championship Game
« on: December 09, 2013, 08:03:26 am »Wow what a season by my Auburn Tigers. Mr. Happy told me not to despair when his Tigers beat mine. Looks like his prophetic skills were right on. War Eagle! I am very concerned about the match up between FSU's offense and AU's defense. I am not sure we will be able to keep up scoring with them.
Conagrats Duman. My wife is an Auburn grad, which pretty much makes me an Auburn fan. She spent 8 hours yesterday trying to find a hotel in Pasadena. We were there in 2005 and 2009 for the 'Horns so now it's her turn. Auburn was a great story this year and I'm happy for them and their supporters. War Damn Eagle!
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Beer and Queso / Re: Toilet Bowl
« on: December 06, 2013, 10:31:28 am »
The Texans are a dumpster fire, soup sandwhich, train wreck etc.
Btw, Watching Teddy Bridgewater as well last night. There is no way I'd burn the number one on him. He was very inconsistent.
Btw, Watching Teddy Bridgewater as well last night. There is no way I'd burn the number one on him. He was very inconsistent.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Which was more surprising?
« on: December 02, 2013, 09:22:26 am »something like 9 of 11 were behemoth OL. spectators or not, they had no chance covering a kick.
Exactly. I don't get it. You have the best team in the country. Take your chances in OT.
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Beer and Queso / Re: 50 Years Ago
« on: November 22, 2013, 09:14:40 am »I was sent home early from first grade at Anderson Elementary School because Kennedy was assassinated. I was too young to really understand the gravity, I just knew all the grown-ups were really upset. It was Friday and my older brother and I went home and remained glued to the television for the next few days. My mom wouldn't let us go outside, she was worried there would anarchy or something. A couple of my neighborhood friends came over and we watched TV all weekend. We watched live when Ruby killed Oswald in the Dallas police station, that blew my 6 year old mind, it seem so surreal.
EDIT: Actually I was seven years old in the second grade.
I was a few years younger than that and what I remember the most was there were no cartoons on TV, just Walter Cronkite. It's weird reading about how ashamed the city of Dallas was following the assasination.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Right Brain or Left Brain?
« on: November 15, 2013, 01:56:45 pm »
47% left 53% right. I conflicted
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Beer and Queso / Re: Moral Dilemma
« on: November 13, 2013, 01:11:09 pm »
I prefer the reverse Western grip.
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Beer and Queso / Re: UT @ WVU
« on: November 11, 2013, 08:59:02 am »
no, no, no! great, exciting game.
I agree Coach.
It's gonna hurt losing Whaley and Grey though. I'm excited about the 'Pokes coming to town on Saturday. I love 2:30 kick offs.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Baylor/OU --- Oregon/Stanford
« on: November 07, 2013, 12:37:14 pm »
Historic evening of college football. 2 top 10 games.The rest of the weekend is just gravy. We'll see if Baylor is for real or not.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texans - Colts
« on: November 06, 2013, 10:23:27 am »
That's frickin' impressive. Thanks for sharing.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Jonathan Martin
« on: November 06, 2013, 10:10:07 am »So can we hope that Incognito's (presumed) PED use has rendered him sterile? I'd prefer to see that particular genetic line come to an end.
It didn't stop Lance Armstrong from procreating.
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Talk Zone / Re: The Void
« on: November 01, 2013, 03:29:32 pm »327
Talk Zone / Re: anyone watching the ws tonight
« on: October 23, 2013, 11:20:24 am »
I will. It's the dang world series!
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Beer and Queso / Re: RIP Bum Philips
« on: October 22, 2013, 10:47:25 am »And I thought Bum Phillips was as good of a color man on the radio that has existed.
Agreed. He didnt talk too much and he paid attention to what was happening on the field. Two things that are largely overlooked these days.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Bud Adams dead at 90
« on: October 22, 2013, 08:31:19 am »He may or may not have been a horrible human being, but as an owner he was one lousy piece of crap.
Does anyone else here remember the draft parties he hosted at the Adam's Oil Bldg way before they were televised?
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Beer and Queso / Re: RIP Bum Philips
« on: October 21, 2013, 07:14:17 am »
Favorite story about Bum was when he was doing Oilers color radio. Ths Oilers were playing the Cowboys. The PBP guy was going on and on about what a great athelete Herschel Walker was. "and did you know Bum that Herschel even danced with the Dallas ballet?" Pregnant pause....and then Bum says "Aw hell, I like him anyway".
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Beer and Queso / Re: Why Texans?
« on: October 17, 2013, 01:53:51 pm »And there it is...
@MarkBermanFox26
Gary Kubiak announces Case Keenum will start Sunday against the Chiefs.
WOW! At least I'll tune in now.
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Talk Zone / Re: EasTexAstro
« on: October 14, 2013, 10:54:25 am »
My sincere sympathies. A man should never have to go through that.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Dallas
« on: October 14, 2013, 10:44:53 am »some idiot on OB criticized Gray by saying most of his runs are 3-4 yards. I have no idea if that is correct, but there is nothing wrong with a 4 yard run!
He averaged 4 and a quarter per carry. I'll take that any day. The draw play was beautiful. Did Chip Brown predict a win on OB or the zone on Friday? I was listening to a college football show on XM that had Gene Chizik and another annoucer on the way home yesterday. They interviewed Chip and he said he called the win on Friday.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Dallas
« on: October 14, 2013, 10:37:07 am »The game-ending drive was a thing of beauty. OU may have been deflated after turning it over on downs, but seeing Texas line up and methodically run it down their throats to kill the last few minutes gave me great joy.
Duke... I would have loved to have had any shade in the 4th quarter. At one point I went up to grab a water and saw that there were Texas fans stacked about 4-5 deep watching from the concourse, just to escape the sun.
I know Mack would never run up the score but a part of me was hoping they would hang 40 on them
It's been a blessing on more than one occasion. After the sun came out it was miserable. Houston kind of humidity.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Dallas
« on: October 14, 2013, 09:57:12 am »if all it does is allow him to leave on a high note, that is good. OB was readable for the first time in a very long time.
The same with Burntorangenation and Barkingcarnaval.
[/quote]
Before a lot of divorces, the unhappy couple has one sweet day when circumstances conspire to stop the fighting, bring back the smiles and make both parties remember what made the relationship great. For those blissful hours, it feels like the good old days before the union began to rot. Occasionally, those days help rekindle the romance. Usually, they fail to stop the inevitable.
Saturday felt like such a day for Mack Brown and Texas.[/quote]
Sometimes you reconcxile qand don't diovorce.
This weekend was the most fun I've had in Dallas in a long time. I actually had a sooner tell me he felt sorry for me when I was in the beer line at the fair before the game. He was about 30 and I said "Son, you seem to lack historical perespective. 59-43-5" Now it's 60. HOOK 'EM!
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Beer and Queso / Re: Dallas
« on: October 14, 2013, 08:24:37 am »Most fun I've ever hat at the Cotton Bowl, but it was hotter than hell.
It was inbelievably humid. I sit under the upper deck in the shade and I was sweating like poodle at Micheal Vick's house. The lines on both sides of the ball dominated. OU isn't deep on the defensive line and those boys were sucking eggs in the 4th. What a game. I have never seen the Solooner fans leave in the 3rd quarter like that.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Dallas
« on: October 11, 2013, 08:12:22 am »Have a big time!!!
Thanks! We're doing the State Fair today instead of after the game tomorrow. Gotta get a pictrure of the new Big Tex and eat a Fleetcher's corny dog. Interested to see what's new and cool in the car world.
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Beer and Queso / Dallas
« on: October 11, 2013, 07:40:07 am »
Leaving for Dallas in about an hour for my one visit a year. I hear I-35 is royally torn up between Salado and Hillsoro. Yeah! Still I'm looking forward to the trip. Sausage, chesse and jalapeno klobasnicki in West. Dinner at the French room tonight and then the game tomorrow follwed by Booker's and cigars if we win or just more Booker's if we loose.
HOOK 'EM!!!!
HOOK 'EM!!!!
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Beer and Queso / Re: cold winter
« on: October 11, 2013, 07:34:34 am »i am convinced. my cat can not stop eating. fur is everywhere
According to the Farmer's Alamanac, cold and wet.
Don't shoot me Das.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Dialect Quiz
« on: October 08, 2013, 11:13:27 am »
Inursting:
Most Similar Cities
1 Jackson MS 52.6
2 Springfield MO 52.2
3 Olathe KS 52.2
4 Killeen TX 52.2
5 Little Rock AR 52.2
Least Similar Cities
1 New Haven CT 26.1
2 Waterbury CT 26.6
3 Newark NJ 27.8
4 Providence RI 28.2
5 Elizabeth NJ 28.5
Except for the 4 years I lived in Houston right after I got out of school, I've lived my whole life in Austin,
Most Similar Cities
1 Jackson MS 52.6
2 Springfield MO 52.2
3 Olathe KS 52.2
4 Killeen TX 52.2
5 Little Rock AR 52.2
Least Similar Cities
1 New Haven CT 26.1
2 Waterbury CT 26.6
3 Newark NJ 27.8
4 Providence RI 28.2
5 Elizabeth NJ 28.5
Except for the 4 years I lived in Houston right after I got out of school, I've lived my whole life in Austin,
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Talk Zone / Re: nastalgia
« on: October 08, 2013, 10:30:51 am »"In a bar in Acuna called Ma Crosby's, I found myself not feeling any pain."
Eggzactly! That is probably why I was arrested for being drunk and disorderly there (and I was) on December 31 1980.
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Talk Zone / Re: nastalgia
« on: October 08, 2013, 07:10:40 am »Acuna when it was a Villa, not a Ciudad.
Ah Ma Crosby's. I've been in a little trouble there.,
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Beer and Queso / Re: Longhorns
« on: October 07, 2013, 08:13:03 am »Pete Gardere ain't walking through that door.
I'd be happy with Randy McEachern.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Longhorns
« on: October 04, 2013, 12:35:35 pm »No doubt I'm going to enjoy corn dogs and wax paper cups of beer next week before and after Stoops curbstomps my Horns... again.I'll
This may very well hapen. That being said, there have been bigger upsets in Dallas. I'll be there until they sing the eyes either way.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Dodds stepping down
« on: October 03, 2013, 07:38:15 am »
We always got a chance to chat with him and Dr. Powers before home basketball games. I'll miss that. He's a very nice guy.
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Beer and Queso / Re: 2013 Music Thread
« on: October 03, 2013, 07:21:43 am »
I wish I could go see Shovels and Rope tomorow. Damn, if I just hadn't gotten acustomed to shelter and food.
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Talk Zone / Re: Playoffs
« on: October 02, 2013, 07:12:22 am »he apologized for it after the game. he spit deliberately in Johnson's vicinity because there had been earlier words.
TYhe fact that the two big incidents the Braves have had this year involved Gomez and Bryce Harper makes me applaud them. Gomez should have been decked.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Dodds stepping down
« on: October 01, 2013, 07:45:26 am »No. It doesn't matter though, because Brown is gone after this season.
Let's see what happens in Dallas on 10/12. If they get embarrased again then I agree.
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Beer and Queso / Re: James Street
« on: September 30, 2013, 10:57:40 am »died today at 65
It's hard to be perfect but he was 20-0 at Texas. Heckofa QB.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Happy birthday JimR
« on: September 25, 2013, 10:13:11 am »
ppy birthday Coach!
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Beer and Queso / Re: Happy Birthday Bud Girl!
« on: September 24, 2013, 02:59:22 pm »No, but I wanted to see how politely she could tell me it wasn't her birthday. Or maybe she just won't bother.
Too polite to contradict you.
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Beer and Queso / Re: A&M - Bama
« on: September 09, 2013, 12:48:08 pm »My 13 year old son greeted me this morning with - Auburn has a better record than Alabama right now. First time in two years we have been able to say that. I replied - only cause bama didn't play.
I think Auburn is better this year. I'm rationalising based on WSU's win over the university of spoiled children.
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Talk Zone / Re: Observations From a Week Off From the Astros
« on: August 15, 2013, 11:15:24 am »My mother banned Monopoly when we were kids. Then Checkers. Then Chess. Then Chutes and Ladders. Then board games in general. My brother and I (and to an extent dad) were waaaaaaaaay to competitive when it came to such activities, which is odd, as we rarely ever got into it playing sports. Maybe it was because he was 5 years older than me so I had no chance to beat him at anything until I was about 14...and by that time we were as much friends as brothers so nobody got too pissed about anything.
the game that always got my family going at it was Hearts. Dumping the Queen on my little brother would always do it.
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Beer and Queso / Re: PGA
« on: August 13, 2013, 07:32:23 am »I've NEVER understood the appeal.
Me either. A friend of mine from Long Island who moved to Austin explained it to me. She said he reminded her of home. What evs.
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Talk Zone / Strike 1 You're OUT!
« on: August 05, 2013, 11:04:02 am »
http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mlb-big-league-stew/astros-minor-leaguer-vinnie-catricala-strikes-one-pitch-182609577.html
A's moinor leaguer tossed for violation of Rule 6.02 in CC.
A's moinor leaguer tossed for violation of Rule 6.02 in CC.
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Talk Zone / Re: Norris to be in high demand?
« on: July 26, 2013, 09:30:19 am »Excuse me, would you like this large collection of crap for your speedy leadoff man?
Yes please. Oh and you can have the conerstone back. You're welcome!
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Talk Zone / Re: Norris to be in high demand?
« on: July 26, 2013, 09:12:22 am »Nevermind my previous thoughts...I know, this is probably standard practice around there anyhow. See link below regarding the Braves need to add SP...possibly Norris.
http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2013/07/braves-considering-trades-for-rotation-help.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter
The last time we made a trade with the Braves it didn't work out that well. Tread cautiously.
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Talk Zone / Re: Astros @ Blue Jays Series Preview
« on: July 25, 2013, 03:23:12 pm »
Verah nice EC!
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Beer and Queso / Re: Carlos Danger
« on: July 24, 2013, 07:46:36 am »
Alberto Calamity, but you can call me Beto. Or Beterino if you're not into the whole brevity thing.
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Talk Zone / Re: Get me a triple espresso.
« on: July 17, 2013, 11:16:35 am »
Holy cow! It's taken me 10 years to get 800.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Paul Qui's interview in Texas Monthly
« on: June 21, 2013, 10:20:26 am »
We go to Dallas once a year on the 2nd weekend in October. Enjoy a Fletcher's corndog, catch a ballgame, check out the new trucks. That's plenty for the year.
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Beer and Queso / Re: More wine...
« on: June 03, 2013, 07:32:42 am »
I know it ain't wine but I enjoyed a couple of pints of cask conditioned St. Arnold's Endeaver Imperial IPA at Bangers yesterday. Went great with the brat and kraut.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Move Over UT Basketball....
« on: May 16, 2013, 03:05:00 pm »While I am intrigued by the possibility of building a basketball (multi-purpose?) arena in Mueller, I can't imagine how that would work. Neither Airport nor 51st are particularly convenient to navigate when traffic is bad, and with the town center and retail area already planned would they even have the space? Maybe if the urban rail succeeds and car traffic is not the only means for getting there, it might make more sense.
Agreed. Also not really conducive to student attendance.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Player's Championship
« on: May 13, 2013, 09:28:29 am »Think his rationale was the he had to try to stick it close on the next shot, make bogey, and birdie 18 to have a chance.
all three of his tee shots on 17 went basically the same distance. He just pulled them further left. Hardheadedness.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Player's Championship
« on: May 13, 2013, 09:09:20 am »Sergio Garcia...now THAT'S stepping on your dick!
I get the first shot in the drink on 17, but to stay with the same club on his 3rd was unreal. Truly like the proverbial train wreck.
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Beer and Queso / Move Over UT Basketball....
« on: May 10, 2013, 01:56:08 pm »
....gonna put a hospital where the drum is now.
http://www.barkingcarnival.com/2013/5/8/4313118/erwin-center-living-on-borrowed-time
http://www.barkingcarnival.com/2013/5/8/4313118/erwin-center-living-on-borrowed-time
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texas Lemon Laws
« on: May 10, 2013, 09:23:28 am »what kind of case? I have only been on one jury in my life, but it was a Yogurt Shop case.
Interesting Coach. I've only been on one as well, the Infosex case.
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Talk Zone / Re: In former Astros news...
« on: May 08, 2013, 09:14:03 am »I guess the restaurant business isn't working out for him.
He still has his dozier site prep deal going on.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Happy 80th, Willie Nelson
« on: April 30, 2013, 01:55:24 pm »
Red Headed Stranger went on the stereo every day as soon as class was over before we went football practice in college. Every day.
Happy B-dAY.
Happy B-dAY.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Moontower Comedy Festival
« on: April 29, 2013, 10:59:38 am »Godfrey was great when we saw him at Parish Underground. What did you think about John Tole and Puddles? I bet his voice was awesome in a proper theater.
Puddles has an incredible voice. The acoustics in the Statesdie are good, but the Paramount woulkd have been cool. The monkey woman masturbating a banana was strange.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Moontower Comedy Festival
« on: April 29, 2013, 09:07:34 am »Our Saturday lineup was:
7:15pm | Stateside at the Paramount | FORTUNE FEIMSTER
Fortune Feimster, Dustin Ybarra, Mario DiGiorgi
8:00pm | St. David's Bethell Hall | COMIC BOOM
Maggie MacDonald, Michael Che, Ramin Nazer, Christian Finnegan,
Sean O'Connor, Brendon Walsh
10:00pm | The Hideout | THE BRO SHOW
Kyle Kinane, Joe DeRosa, Kurt Metzger, Mike MacRae, Kerri Lendo, The Lucas Brothers
Judah Friedlander crashed this show and made it run over, so I missed my last chance to see Puddles at Stateside.
After we saw Judah Friedlander Friday he hung out the SFA bar with us for awhile. He gave me a World Champion 4 prez sticker. He's a dark black belt you know. Highlights for me were Godfrey, Bill Burr, Judah and Gaffigan. Awesome festival.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Moontower Comedy Festival
« on: April 29, 2013, 08:07:06 am »Duke/Anyone else that is Moontowering that is interested:
Puddles Pity Party is performing 3 times tonight:
Bethel Hall @ 7:45
opening for
8:00pm | St. David's Bethell Hall | COMIC BOOM
Maggie MacDonald, Michael Che, Ramin Nazer, Christian Finnegan,
Sean O'Connor, Brendon Walsh
Stateside @ 9:30
opening for
9:45pm | Stateside at the Paramount | GODFREY
Godfrey, John Tole, Maggie Maye
and
Stateside @ 11:45
opening for
Midnight | Stateside at the Paramount | ARI SHAFFIR STORYTELLER
"I Was So Fucked Up" with Dom Irrera, Tom Rhodes, Neal Brennan, Joe DeRosa
We saw Jim Gaffigan at the Paramount at 7 and then hustled over to the Stateside to see Puddles and Godfrey, John Tole, Maggie Maye
Godgrey killed.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Moontower Comedy Festival
« on: April 26, 2013, 11:40:58 am »After a little internet research, Puddles is 6 foot 8, not 5.
He was in the bar at the SFA between shows. Big guy. Someone that big in a clown outfit is scary.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Moontower Comedy Festival
« on: April 26, 2013, 10:06:22 am »Thursday Lineup:
7:15pm | Stateside at the Paramount | MARIA BAMFORD
Maria Bamford, Jared Logan, Derek Phelps
Started the night off right with Maria Bamford, who is hilarious. Derek Phelps was terrible. Jared Logan started off meh, but finished decently. Maria Bamford was amazing. She's so weird, but funny.
8:00pm | The Hideout | TRIPLE THREAT
Danny Palumbo, Brendon Walsh, Baron Vaughn, Michael Che
Caught the tail end of this show. Saw the last few minutes of Baron Vaughn and then all of Brendon Walsh, who is a funny dude.
10:15pm | The Parish | FOUR EYES
Dom Irrera, Andy Kindler, The Lucas Brothers, Marc Maron,
Bil Dwyer, Judah Friedlander
This show was GREAT! Dom Irrera was the host, and he was a riot. Andy Kindler was a little off his game, but still brought it. The Lucas Brothers were great. They have a slow, deliberate delivery that is really funny and a few REALLY great jokes. Marc Maron was great in his usual intense, slightly crazy way. Bil Dwyer was the only letdown in this group. He was pretty terrible. And Judah Friedlander was really funny. He singled me out to start with for my perfect clapping form, and told another dude in the front row to "get the fuck out of here" when he couldn't replicate my fantastic applause.
Overall, another great night of shows. The supporting acts weren't as great tonight, but the big namers still brought it. Dom Irrera stole the show as host tonight. He was really funny.
And Andy, I'm not currently planning to see Jim Norton, no.
Dom is awesome. First saw his stuff on Dr. Katz n Comedy Central back in the day.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Moontower Comedy Festival
« on: April 25, 2013, 04:12:56 pm »If people are interested, I'll gladly keep updating this. I'm planning on catching as many small room shows as I can this week. Not too interested in the big names playing at Paramount.
Thanks Mark. Please do keep this up. We're kind of a lazy group during the week days. Meet at the SFA foe beers and then the Paramount or Statside.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Moontower Comedy Festival
« on: April 25, 2013, 02:06:29 pm »Live WTF on Saturday. That would be fun.
I agree. On at the Stateside the same time Bill burr is at the Paramount though.
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Beer and Queso / Moontower Comedy Festival
« on: April 25, 2013, 01:31:59 pm »
Doing the comedy festival again this year. Saw Bill Hader along with Jared Logan and John Ramsey last night. Tonight is Dana Carvey, Reggie Watts (he just looks funny) amd Amy Schumur tonight. Bill Burr on Fraday and jim Gaffigan Saturday. Rest on Sunday. Anybody else going?
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Beer and Queso / Re: Bad things at the Boston Marathon?!
« on: April 18, 2013, 10:07:49 am »
NY Post running pictures of the 2 uspects:
http://www.nypost.com/p/news/national/feds_have_men_in_sights_j43UJwXZncr0wmysU42scJ
http://www.nypost.com/p/news/national/feds_have_men_in_sights_j43UJwXZncr0wmysU42scJ
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Beer and Queso / Re: Bad things at the Boston Marathon?!
« on: April 18, 2013, 09:32:34 am »On a more positive note: Star Spangled Banner before the Bruins game in Boston tonight.
Chills.
Heard this on Mike and Mike on the way into work this morning. Watered an eye. Awesome.
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Talk Zone / Re: Evan Gattis
« on: April 15, 2013, 07:23:05 am »He is having the Braves hoping Bud institutes the DH in the NL today. When McCann & Freeman back off the DL and an outfield of Upton, Upton & Hayward - there is no where for Gattis to play. Will likely be the most feared PH in the game.
With Hayward hitting .091 I'd put him in right.
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Talk Zone / Re: I haven't got a problem. I've got fucking problems. Plural.
« on: April 11, 2013, 10:13:46 am »
Does all this remind any one else of the Oilers? Bud demanded that additional seats be added to the dome so they yanked the scoreboard out to make room. Then the Oilers started to suck so they didn't sell out which meant the games weren't telivised in Houston. People lost interest and cockbite Adams moved the team.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Friday Wine Thread
« on: April 08, 2013, 10:00:33 am »I like the Pulenta better than the Luca, though both are good. I found the Pulenta smoother. The Luca was a little oakier to me...more of a California taste, which I'm not really crazy about. Haven't tried the Suzanna Balbo.
Thanks. Will definitely have to give it a try.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Friday Wine Thread
« on: April 08, 2013, 07:29:24 am »Gorgeous day...sitting on the patio with a La Flor De Las Antillas toro and a bottle of Pulenta Estate malbec, 2009. Both are out fucking standing.
I haven't tried a Pulenta Estate. How does it cpompare to a Luca or Suzanna Balboa malbec?
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Talk Zone / Re: The Return of Orange Whoopass
« on: March 27, 2013, 08:00:20 am »
That is friggin' beautiful!!!
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Beer and Queso / Bad run for Carnival continues....
« on: March 14, 2013, 01:44:29 pm »
http://www.cnn.com/2013/03/14/travel/cruise-ship-trouble/index.html?hpt=hp_t1
Looks lie they handled this one better from a PR perspective.
Looks lie they handled this one better from a PR perspective.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Kabongo?
« on: March 11, 2013, 09:04:08 am »Why does anybody think this guy would be drafted if he declared this year? Bad decisions, bad shot, bad handle. He might eventually mature into a useful player, but I wouldn't risk a draft choice on that possibility.
2 reasons he won't go: he isn't rated in the top 50 on any of the rankings and Kirk Bohls says he is as good as gone.
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Talk Zone / Re: AL Player out for 8-10 Weeks with Wrist Injury
« on: March 07, 2013, 09:58:41 am »Gee, I wonder if he is one of the Yankees.
It's a damn shame that the Yankmees are having so many injuries.
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Beer and Queso / Re: OU Sucks!
« on: February 28, 2013, 08:58:06 am »There is an unwritten statutory exception to taunting rules for the horns down. I have never once seen it called.
I know. On the other hand I can't remember a player doing it on UT's floor, glaring at our bench and screaming at our team. It looked like Kruger gave him hell for it.
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Beer and Queso / Re: OU Sucks!
« on: February 28, 2013, 08:38:49 am »
Correct. Against ISU Papi nailed a 3 pointer and that game went to double OT.
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Beer and Queso / OU Sucks!
« on: February 28, 2013, 07:39:40 am »
It's been a long, tough season for the Horns and Rick Barnes this year, but that game last night was amazing. Down 22 points, OU flashing the down horns sign at our bench, and then the comeback. The shot Kybongo hit at the buzzer of regulation was incredible. Good for them!
A link to the last shot
http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/ncaab-the-dagger/texas-overcomes-22-point-deficit-win-fueled-oklahoma-072659123--ncaab.html
M'Baye should have been called for taunting.
A link to the last shot
http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/ncaab-the-dagger/texas-overcomes-22-point-deficit-win-fueled-oklahoma-072659123--ncaab.html
M'Baye should have been called for taunting.
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Beer and Queso / Re: March Madness Odds Released
« on: February 22, 2013, 08:41:18 am »
Now that's funny.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Ha, Kansas scores their second bucket 15 and a half minutes in
« on: February 08, 2013, 01:55:04 pm »Saw a stat saying TCU over Kansas is pretty much like a 16 beating a 1 in March Madness, from a statistical/ranking disparity viewpoint.
Truly stunning result.
A 16 seed is in the top 64 i n the country (unless they get there by a big upset in thier conference tourney). I think TCU was ranked around 200 so bigger than that except it's just a conference game. I agree it was shocking.
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Talk Zone / Re: Norris
« on: February 07, 2013, 01:43:22 pm »Aren't they all?
They are in Austin which = not much baseball for Duke (unless they are playing the stRangers).
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Talk Zone / Re: Norris
« on: February 07, 2013, 01:01:47 pm »Hogan is, or at least used to be, an Astros fan.
He was. He is now a bandwagon stRangers fan.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Capital of Texas ... Houston?
« on: January 31, 2013, 11:00:53 am »i think we fought that battle years ago, and Angelina Eberly kicked Houston's ass.
YEAH, and the statue of her shooting the canonn off is pointed right at Houston (Just like Will Roger's horse's ass in Lubbock points at College Station).
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Talk Zone / Re: Spring Training Trip
« on: January 28, 2013, 09:15:41 am »But I can say that I enjoyed going to the workouts as much as the games themselves.
I agree with this. It was the same when I was playing in High School. Baseball was the only sport in which every aspect of the game, from practice to the games, was fun. I loved going to Baseball practice. Can not say the same of footbal or BB.
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Beer and Queso / Re: In news that should matter to no one...
« on: January 25, 2013, 10:03:11 am »I'm typically surrounded by 200 lb dumbbells.
My Momma always told me that it is the destiny of a genius to be plagued by morons.
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Talk Zone / Re: Yeah, the Jays gonna be ok in 2013
« on: December 31, 2012, 03:01:00 pm »
Wow, just wow.
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Beer and Queso / Re: 2012 Music Thread
« on: December 31, 2012, 02:12:23 pm »Unfortunately yes. I considered asking my wife to hop off so I could offer her a ride, but decided against it at the last minute.
Proly the right call. Although......maybe you could have asked Ms Hearst to ride in front of you. A Mr. Pnk sammy.
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Beer and Queso / Re: 2012 Music Thread
« on: December 31, 2012, 12:58:08 pm »Cary Ann Hearst told me she liked my scooter once.
I'm guessing you were sitting on or near one at the time. Otherwise - Interesting.
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Beer and Queso / Re: 2012 Music Thread
« on: December 31, 2012, 10:13:56 am »2012
Favorite Albums (songs in parentheses)
8. Shovels & Rope – O’ Be Joyful (Birmingham, Lay Low)
I'm with you on Shovels and Rope - My favorie is "The Keeper" though.
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Beer and Queso / Re: hurry up 2013!
« on: December 20, 2012, 02:25:14 pm »
Coach, make sure eat a double helping of black eyed peas in New Year's day.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Friday Whiskey Thread
« on: December 17, 2012, 11:19:59 am »Bulleit just started making an excellent rye, as did Knob Creek. The Bulleit at least is widely available. The bar rye of choice is apparently something called Rittenhouse, or so I've read.
Twin Liquor has the Knob Creek Rye on sale about every other weekend for $27.99. Very nice.
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Beer and Queso / Re: College Football: What have you done for me lately?
« on: December 13, 2012, 09:55:40 am »
Morris is the smarter football hire. Kingsbury rallies the general fanbase.
Guess the Raider faithful are happy.
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Beer and Queso / Re: College Football: What have you done for me lately?
« on: December 10, 2012, 08:43:53 am »Now I'm just worried that Kliff's going back to Lubbock.
I'm hearing Kliff and Chad Morris are on the short list.
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Beer and Queso / Re: College Football: What have you done for me lately?
« on: December 04, 2012, 01:08:40 pm »Gundy to Arkansas supposedly."I'm 40! I'm a man!" Gundy?
ETA: May just be twitter bullshit.
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Beer and Queso / Re: College Football: What have you done for me lately?
« on: December 04, 2012, 11:19:47 am »Apparently it is being rumored that Auburn has offered Kirby Smart (Alabama Def. Coor) 3.3 mil to be the next head coach at Auburn.
The short list was supposed to be Chad Morris, Smart and Charlie Strong. I'd be happy if they did indeed pick Smart. Morris was coaching Gilbert at LT just a short few years ago.
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Beer and Queso / Re: My Mother
« on: November 29, 2012, 01:12:08 pm »
Sorry to hear that Jim. My sympathies.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Green chile cheeseburger
« on: November 21, 2012, 09:27:58 am »Never been to Burt's Burger Bowl, but the Bobcat Bite in Santa Fe has the best green chile cheeseburger on the planet.
Have you ever tired the green chile burger in that little place (forgot the name) in San Antonio NM? Stopped there a couple of years ago on a MC ride to Laughlin NV for the spring river run. We hadn't eaten since Big Spring so we were starving. It was damn fine.
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Beer and Queso / Re: It's still early, but...
« on: November 13, 2012, 01:46:12 pm »Matthews and Joeckel are both juniors. Matthews is returning, and Joeckle has said he is returning (NFL top 5 money would be hard to walk away with from, so huge grain of salt). I think A&M loses Damontre Moore but keeps their tackles another year.
I think this is wishful thinking Zipp. Both guys are prototypical tackles who have proven themselves against some bad-ass SEC defensive lines. They're gone like a turkey through the corn.
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Beer and Queso / Re: RIP Coach Royal
« on: November 08, 2012, 11:09:18 am »
"If worms had pistols the birds wouldn't eat 'em"
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texas vs Kansas
« on: October 30, 2012, 03:24:05 pm »That's where the ouchies are.
Hey, they're big boys.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texas vs Kansas
« on: October 30, 2012, 03:22:12 pm »that is Mack Brown, not Davis.
Agreed 100% Texas is still throwing the ball sidline to sidline. IIRC the only pass over the middle against KU was the 4th and 6 that McCoy completed to Shipley. It's a mystery to me why they don't attack the middle of the field.
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Talk Zone / Re: New logo confirmed...
« on: October 26, 2012, 02:51:00 pm »
I think that looks sharp.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Baylor/UT
« on: October 23, 2012, 02:32:27 pm »The King of Bullshit
I guess he will say anything to keep the subject off the product on the field. Unreal.
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Talk Zone / Re: Thank You
« on: October 04, 2012, 11:22:28 am »
Muchas Gracias to all you fantastic contributors!
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Beer and Queso / Re: Friday Alcohol-Fuelled Thread
« on: September 24, 2012, 11:01:33 am »Speaking of invisible networks, I believe that Time-Warner and the NFL Network have finally reached a deal.
They do! I'll get to see the Thursday night game for the first time. I was checking out the NFL gameday thing yesterday. Not nearly as entertaining as Samantha Steel of Saturdays.
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Beer and Queso / Re: UT-Ole Miss
« on: September 18, 2012, 10:16:46 am »Ash will be fine. he should have redshirted last year.
He did well enough to garner Big 12 and Davey O'Brien offensive POTW honors. 7 TDs against 0 picks is much better than last year.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Movie Suggestions Needed
« on: September 13, 2012, 11:57:12 am »
Intolerable Cruelty. Clooney as Miles Massey (the Massey prenup has never been penetrated), Katherine Zeta Jones and Billy Bob Thornton as an Aggie. Pretty funny.
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Beer and Queso / Re: August 16
« on: August 17, 2012, 08:50:20 am »
The Continental Club does an Elvis tribute show on Aug. 16th every year. On his birthday as well. Lots of fun those.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Game Meetup?
« on: August 13, 2012, 10:34:09 am »Back to college? Not like it's special if it's not the first time anymore. Buy him a greyhound ticket and a pre-paid visa for a tetanus shot once safely arrived back on campus after riding in said greyhound, and you've done your paternal duties.
This. I got a bus ticket and a trunk for my 18th birthday.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Cockneys vs. Zombies
« on: August 09, 2012, 02:04:58 pm »
After watching th e trailer I would have bet money that Guy Ritchie directed this con sidering that Brick Top from Snatch is starring in it. Would have lost, it was Matthias Hoene.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Internet Vigilantes
« on: August 06, 2012, 03:38:46 pm »
My wife insists that Guthire's chicken fingers are the best forget the rest. Being from Austin I never heard of them. I don't think they have franchises outside Alabama. Then we wen't to an Auburn v Georgia football game one year and she was right. Damn good.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Internet Vigilantes
« on: August 03, 2012, 03:12:36 pm »
Lucy's in downtown Auistin is pretty darn good.
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Talk Zone / Re: It's the first time ever I just feel bad for the team
« on: August 02, 2012, 10:46:47 am »wonder how high the flames will go in altuves
The O/U is 2 1/2. I'm taking the over.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Olympic Games
« on: August 01, 2012, 03:45:36 pm »Destiny Hooker... best damn volleyball player I've ever seen. At least, the most dominant and if you're facing her kill on the other side, you're going to get a black eye when the ball bounces off your face.
Phenominal player. 42" vertical jump. Did you ever see Flo Hymen (also not a bad name)? She played in th '88 team that won silver in Seoul. One of my classmates at Texas Lutheran was on that team (Laurie Flachmeir)
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Talk Zone / Re: Wandy's departure
« on: July 25, 2012, 04:02:24 pm »till they meet in the world series
I love your optimism but the 'Stros and the 'Roots in the WS while Wandy is still pitching?
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Beer and Queso / Re: JoePa
« on: July 17, 2012, 09:15:09 am »I came for an argument, you're just contradicting me.
I'm not arguing. I'm explaining why I'm right.
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Talk Zone / Re: Chronicle Decoder Ring Needed
« on: July 11, 2012, 09:31:58 am »If you knew Kirk Bohls when he was younger and didn't kill him, I'm afraid that makes us mortal enemies now.
Feable attempt at sarcasim. He was never a genius. His "9 things and a prediction" is crap.
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Talk Zone / Re: Chronicle Decoder Ring Needed
« on: July 10, 2012, 03:51:27 pm »Don't get me started...
Every day you get: See Pam LeBlanc doing yoga, See Pam LeBlanc doing pilates, See Pam LeBlanc climb a tree and/or Michael Barnes attends a swank party at a local gay icon's palatial estate, or Mike Leggett recounts yet another tale of squirrel hunting in East Texas. Every. Day.
Don't forget my personal favorite - Kirk Bohls!!! I knew the boy when he was a genius.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Prague/Budapest
« on: July 02, 2012, 02:47:43 pm »Will have a day to kill in Budapest and about three in Prague. Any suggestions besides going on an absinthe binge?
I haven't been in a long time but there was a cool bar/restaurant in Prague called Upetnika. It was about halfway between downtown and the airport. It was kind of a hockey hangout when Ceska won the winter olympics. Great food and inexpensive. The symphony is always worthwhile in Prague. Id you haven't seen the castle it's way cool. Old Town is pricey and toursity but you can get great deals on crystal.
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Talk Zone / Re: Jack Hannahan, badass.
« on: June 21, 2012, 08:48:31 am »Speaking of plays worth watching... Michael Bourn ain't half-bad as a CFer...
Nice. Of course ESPN didn't care to bring this play up with all the HRs flying out of the park.
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Beer and Queso / Re: US OPEN, 2012
« on: June 19, 2012, 08:48:09 am »Even when he's complimenting somebody, the way in which he says it reeks of "somebody finally did something close to what I did all the time".
Since Miller grew up on Olympic you would think that he would hsave added some valuable insight into the way the course plays, how to approach certain holes etc. Didn't really happen.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Euro 2012
« on: June 18, 2012, 08:07:47 am »Probably wears a hat, skinny jeans, loafers, suit jackets with thin lapels
Just back from 3 weeks in Italy. This is completely accurate for the average tool in Rome except no loafers. Tennis shoes instead. And I don't mean Jeepers. They wear pink, green or yellow All-Stars. Pretty wierd
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Beer and Queso / Re: I went to see a fight and a little league game broke out!
« on: May 24, 2012, 04:02:38 pm »I know that area well. While in high school I worked at the Bonanza on Research and a lot of my coworkers (and girlfriends) went to Lanier.
I played baseball and football at Bartholomew, grew up near 51st and Manor Road. There's a lot of ghosts in that complex for me.
When we moved to Pflugerville, there were no Little League teams but the nearest big town, Taylor, wanted me so I played there and when that season ended I got picked up by teams in Round Rock. Finally the high school started a team but that was another Adventure in Suck.
After I went to school my folks moved across Lamar and that put them in the P-ville district. 3 brothers and a sister were all Panthers. There was one in school there pretty much from '77 to '89
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Beer and Queso / Re: I went to see a fight and a little league game broke out!
« on: May 24, 2012, 03:48:46 pm »
My brothers and I played at Walnut Creek LL which was owned by the Optimists. It was at the corner of Braker and North Lamar back when Braker T-boned into North Lamar. It was two blocks from my house on Hornsby. Across Lamar was the Syline Club, home of the over 29 dance club. Three fields were built around a stand of fine old live oaks. We played ball there pretty much all year. The Optimists sold Christmas trees there. I cried when the Optimists sold it and they tore down the trees and the fields and built a Randall's. Poetic justice that the store failed and has been empty for years.
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Talk Zone / Re: I just wanted to say...
« on: May 24, 2012, 12:52:41 pm »i loved the expressions on the good guys young guns root root rooters and sad to say its not a tradition that can continue. i mean i can stand the strangers, but that is so differeny
Agreed. Way differeny.
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Talk Zone / Re: taste of things to come
« on: May 24, 2012, 12:51:26 pm »two 9 p,m. games in a row. next year there will be a whole lot of that going on. when a game is ongoing i dont go to sleep till the final out
So you know how Fox replays the Ranger's games the next day at lunch time in 1 hour? Wonder if they will do that for the "Stros?
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Talk Zone / Re: Shooting Star Jerseys for sale?
« on: May 11, 2012, 10:24:22 am »Don't know your price range, but here you go:
http://shop.mlb.com/product/index.jsp?productId=12788482&cp=1452769
That is a good lookin' jersey. Got a B-Day coming up. Honey, I know you bought me Astros tikets for my birthday as usual. Know what would look great on me at the game???
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Beer and Queso / Re: Longhorns at Aggies
« on: May 08, 2012, 03:27:29 pm »I'm guessing they want him on board for the announcement of blowing up Kyle Field to build Clear Channel Communications Stadium...
I thought this was the plan as well, but am hearing from some of my Aggie friends that they are now planning on closing in the South end of Kyle field expanding it to 110,000 seats?
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Talk Zone / Some Good SI pub
« on: May 08, 2012, 10:35:45 am »
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/baseball/mlb/05/07/fangraphs.power.rankings.week4/index.html?eref=sihp&sct=hp_t13_a0
Not that I put much stock in these ratings but it's nice to be at 10.
Not that I put much stock in these ratings but it's nice to be at 10.
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Talk Zone / Re: Mariano
« on: May 04, 2012, 07:49:07 am »That's actually a pretty common pastime of pitchers. It's a shame. The last No. 42 is a class act and perhaps the finest relief pitcher of all time.
Agreed. The most number of post season saves by a long shot with 42. 2nd is Lights Out Lidge with 18.
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Talk Zone / Re: Visual evidence of Altuve's improvement
« on: May 03, 2012, 02:57:01 pm »The Piranha is clearly the most improved player on the club. He had to make the adjustment or risk not succeeding. It's like I said several times last season: if I was pitching to Altuve last year, he'd never see a strike. This year, he's honed his pitch selection and learned how to take pitches and even walk some. That's a remarkable turnaround for a young player who probably never had to make such a huge adjustment in his game before since he'd had nothing but success as a free first pitch swinger. However, they keep up with things very closely in the big leagues, and there is a very well known "book" on a hitter that prevents that strategy from being successful in the long haul.
I agree whole heartedly Mr. H. Still there are some head scratchers out there i.e. Hunter Pence. How he ever got as many fastballs as he did when he came up I can't understand.
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Beer and Queso / Re: 2012 NFL Draft
« on: April 25, 2012, 02:42:48 pm »If you don't like that idea, just pretend he's a WR. 6'4, 244, great hands, good routes, High 4.4s to low 4.5s.
I like it. 2 tight end attack like the Pats have except the Texans can run the ball as well as pass the ball.
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Beer and Queso / Re: 2012 NFL Draft
« on: April 25, 2012, 02:29:22 pm »
I've been hearing they might take the tight end from Stanford in the first.
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Beer and Queso / Re: R.I.P. Ronnie Montrose (1947-2012)
« on: April 13, 2012, 10:30:18 am »I had a college friend who got up to .34. The ambulance picked him up and saved his life.
My brother arrested a woman for DUI with BAC of .37. On her way home from the liquor store with a box of wine she was. She didn't remember any part of it the next day.
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Nancy keeps her skin smooth and supple by stretching over layer upon layer of subcutaneous fat.
One would think the humidity in Houston would do that for her.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Once a scumbag, always a scumbag
« on: April 11, 2012, 09:12:58 am »And he's now evidently a fired scumbag... (LINK)
Although I applaud Arkansas for their action I'm pretty damned surprised. I heard E Hogan yesterday say that Patrino had increased football revenues by $37M annually. That more than getting UA into the top 5 would make me believe they would keep him around. I have to believe this wasn't the first time that Bobby lied to Long.
Also find it hard to believe that Jerry Jones hasn't popped off on the subject.
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Beer and Queso / Re: A new leader in the clubhouse
« on: April 03, 2012, 01:43:33 pm »The few people I knew who played football at Rice excelled academically also. I figured they would have qualified on their own merit. Kind of surprised to hear that about Pierce.
Most of the guys he played with were good students. Your given a shot at an excellent education by playing football why not take advantage? Several are doctors and lawyers. He studied architecture. Rickly Pirece did ok after school too but he couldn't read.
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Beer and Queso / Re: A new leader in the clubhouse
« on: April 03, 2012, 01:36:38 pm »I went to school with your brother then. Small world.
It sure is.
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Beer and Queso / Re: A new leader in the clubhouse
« on: April 03, 2012, 10:05:04 am »Amazing how someone can attend a fine public institution of higher learning for years despite being illiterate.
One of my Brother's suit mates at Rice was Ricky Pierce. He used to carry his press clippings around with him to show people. He would underline his name, the only part of the article he could read. It's sad but it happens.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Glorious Outside
« on: March 23, 2012, 02:30:22 pm »Sad is the aggressive march of bastard cabbage and its crowding out of native wildflowers http://texasinvasives.org/observations/search.php?sn=RARU&search=go
So that's what that nasty shit is.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Glorious Outside
« on: March 23, 2012, 02:12:51 pm »watching the birds and squirrels in their battle over the feeder (protected by my attack cat) and seeing all the green peeping out..might head down mopac to see some bluebonnets
I drive past them twice a day. Great year for all the wildflowers.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Glorious Outside
« on: March 23, 2012, 01:34:46 pm »That I'm in the office and not playing golf or fishing or smoking weed down by the river is bonafide proof that I'm a goddamned idiot.
I'm giving everyone here the rest of the day off.
Agreed. I'm heading over to Little Woodrow's for some beers on the patio when they open at 3.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Now the Jets have 2 crappy QB's
« on: March 22, 2012, 02:49:58 pm »
A town so full of women who know how to work a Johnson and Tebow a virgin....
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Beer and Queso / Re: 2012 NCAA Tournament Thread
« on: March 21, 2012, 12:59:13 pm »I can't imagine him getting drafted in either round. He really needs another year to demonstrate that he can cut down the turnovers and make an occasional shot. Without that, he's just another guy.
Thpought the same about Corey Joseph last year. Was probably right since he's playing for the Toros now.
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Beer and Queso / Re: 2012 NCAA Tournament Thread
« on: March 21, 2012, 11:29:41 am »no. he let a defender distract him. Kabongo rebounded the miss, and Chapman made 2 FTs so the missed dunk did not hurt anything but McClellan's pride.
ETA: the game was a microcosm of the season: get WAY down, make a heroic comeback, get in position to win, play fucking stupid down the stretch. JCB's fumble, then two rushed, early, unnecessary 3s turned a tie into a 6 point deficit in three possessions.
Think it's best if JCB foregoes his senior season? It's fun watching him play but two things bug me. Not sure if this is RB's intent but he disappears quite a bit during large parts of games. Also, his decision making in clutch moments has really sucked. Without him the team will stuggle on offense but someone else may step up and lead the team.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Electronics on Planes - Alec Baldwin Edition
« on: March 19, 2012, 03:05:45 pm »
Teenagers don't talk, they text. It's the arrogant fuck...
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Beer and Queso / Re: 2012 NCAA Tournament Thread
« on: March 16, 2012, 01:56:16 pm »The ESPN play-by-play isn't very flattering for J'Covan Brown. Lots of "J'Covan Brown Turnover", "J'Covan Brown missed Jumper", "J'Covan Brown missed Layup", and "J'Covan Brown missed Three-Point Jumper" entries. Looks like Chapman must have played hard, though.
Couldn't hit a damn layup all friggin day. Chees n rice.
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Talk Zone / Re: Levine Tweets...
« on: March 13, 2012, 01:46:56 pm »Ugh! I'd rather move to the AL than have orange uniforms and especially white shoes.
Everybodu knows white shoes make you faster.
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Talk Zone / Re: Levine Tweets...
« on: March 13, 2012, 09:03:12 am »wonder how much input ryan has
Rainbow guts - My vote
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Beer and Queso / Re: where is the best pizza in austin
« on: March 13, 2012, 09:01:41 am »Homeslice and Saccone's are my favorites... Frank & Angie's is pretty good, too. Also like Rounders and Salvation.
Saccone's is good. Baris in Pflugerville is too.
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Talk Zone / Re: Last NL tour
« on: March 09, 2012, 09:57:31 am »No. Should I put that on my list?
Absolutely! They have a beltsander drag track in the back with lights and all. They were doing it once a month when the weather is nice.
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Talk Zone / Re: Last NL tour
« on: March 09, 2012, 08:12:39 am »Not to worry. I have a family condo down there that I use when I go. I'm from that part of the world and miss it terribly during the warm weather months. Glad to hear you had a great trip.
Ever go to the beltsander races at the Drunken Pelican?
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Beer and Queso / Re: March Madness
« on: March 09, 2012, 08:06:38 am »That was the smart end-of-game execution that's been lacking this year. Great job by all of them, particularly the defensive effort in the last couple of minutes.
Nice work Horns. What are their chances tonight against Mizzou? Would love to see them get a win but Haith has done a really good job with the tigers.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Shaving...Part Deux
« on: March 07, 2012, 10:59:45 am »I think I'm headed in this direction.
You are hairy like animal!
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Beer and Queso / Re: davy jones dead
« on: February 29, 2012, 02:37:48 pm »
Last Train to Clarksville was th4e first LP i ever owned.
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Talk Zone / Re: Cubs in hot water?
« on: February 16, 2012, 01:26:36 pm »Right. Reselling is not necessarily illegal in Illinois.
Didn't this scalping thing have something to do with all the seats sold across Waveland and the Cub's inability to expand the staduim or am I full of horse feathers?
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Beer and Queso / Re: Signing Day
« on: February 07, 2012, 08:28:08 am »I agree. Lots of fresh approaches from the new staff that I'm liking.
It is more of an SEC approach to recruiting. You don't give up on a kid even though he is verbally comitted to another school. You don't promise a kid you won't recruit behind him. There are good players at the JUCO level (K-State has made a living at this and OBTW owns UT recently). I think Bo Davis is responsible for alot of what has changed.
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Beer and Queso / Re: D&Q Mini Mart and Open Container Laws
« on: February 03, 2012, 02:55:39 pm »I think you're thinking of Petrol Station. They fill growlers.
The beers that Limey and I consumed (in gallon quantities) were 512 Pecan Porter and 512 Cream Stout. Both good. I prefer the pecan.
I really like the 512 ine up of beers. My favorite is the IPA. I've been drinking the Thirsty Planet Bucket head lately. Relly nice.
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Beer and Queso / Re: D&Q Mini Mart and Open Container Laws
« on: February 03, 2012, 01:58:36 pm »gleach clued me in to the D&Q on Richmond. I was planning a shopping trip down there tonight, but I have a question: what's the treatment of growlers as far as open container laws are concerned?
Can I carry them in the car, or do they have to go in the trunk?
Thanks.
Technically it should be the trunk. That being said, if you have the growler in a bag and it's full I doubt ou would get much flak. Just like bringing home beer from the liquor store. If you have an SUV the cargo area is fine obviously.
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Talk Zone / Re: Fielder to the Tigers
« on: January 25, 2012, 11:59:17 am »It would be a pretty small circle around 1st base. Cabrera is apparently moving back to 3rd as part of the shakeup. Add Peralta at short and that could be the worst defensive infield, ever.
With Martinez out Inge will play third and Cabrera will DH. Next year the infield ma be te worst ever.
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Talk Zone / Re: Bring your Whataburger to a game
« on: January 24, 2012, 01:58:15 pm »I have yet to meet anyone...casusal fan, diehard fan, disinterested bystander...who is happy about the move to the AL.
I'm in the same boat HH. Pretty much my entire family and friends are 'Stros fans and nobody they know or talk to is happy about this. Besides it being the softball league the key thing that gets pointed out is that 80% of the road games won't start until 9:00.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Niners-Saints
« on: January 16, 2012, 08:37:51 am »Nope, but thanks for asking, Bench. I'm old and experienced enough with losing to know that it, like winning, is but a temporary condition. The 49ers played well, although the Saints sure helped them an awful lot with all those turnovers.
I think the 49ers hitting had something to do with the turnovers. Not an excuse at all but they were bringing the wood.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texans '11
« on: January 13, 2012, 03:40:56 pm »I don't understand all that O/U crap. I go by my woman's intuition.
It's going to be a tight, low scoring game.
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Talk Zone / Re: Crane/Postolos/Luhnow Meet & Greet with Season Ticket Holders
« on: January 13, 2012, 03:38:47 pm »Also, as an aside to the "Sweet Caroline" debacle, do people really still enjoy singing "touching me, touching you" now that we know it's a song about Caroline Kennedy...who was eleven years old at the time?
From back, sack and crack to this. The Limey mind is indeed mysterious.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texans '11
« on: January 13, 2012, 03:29:27 pm »The Giants seem to be getting better and better each week, much to my disgust.
I think the Texans/Ravens are a close game.
Texans and Giants in the SuperBowl.
The O/U is 38.5. I think I would go with the under.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Shaving...Part Deux
« on: January 13, 2012, 02:59:39 pm »I thought this was going to be about manscaping. I read an article about that in a waiting room yesterday and started to get light headed thinking about having to shave my scrotum.
For that area it's the sack and crack wax I believe.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Even worse than moving to the American League
« on: January 13, 2012, 10:48:41 am »Today's word is Triskaidekaphobia.
Timely and informative. SnS has it all!
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Beer and Queso / Re: Even worse than moving to the American League
« on: January 13, 2012, 08:03:14 am »palliative.
See this right here. If nothing else I can point to the expansion of my vocabulary as an advantage to hanging around this site all day.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Texans '11
« on: January 12, 2012, 10:36:02 am »
Are there an other games besides the one Tim Tebow is playing in this weekend?
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Beer and Queso / Re: Let's start the BCSCG smack...
« on: January 11, 2012, 12:59:31 pm »Twenty years ago basketball was for me a most beautiful game, maybe even the most beautiful. Now, college and pro, it is so fucking ugly that I cannot bear to watch a minute of it.
While I agree that the game has changed I'm still a big fan of colege basketball especially the Horns. Season ticket holder and I don't miss a game. I love what Rick Barnes has done with the progrm even though I would like to see some of the guys stick around longer.
Tonight will be special. Last time to berate the Aggies. Actually we don't berate anybody unless you count singing "poor Aggies" berating.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Let's start the BCSCG smack...
« on: January 09, 2012, 03:48:33 pm »For the third straight year one of my alma maters is playing for the BSC championship. (Got my undergrad at Auburn and my masters at Bama). Hope I get to claim a connection to a 3rd straight BCS champ.
Inursting. My wife got her BA at Auburn and I'm prett sure she'd never be caught dead in Tuscaloosa.
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Beer and Queso / Re: UT football '11
« on: January 06, 2012, 07:41:24 am »Great night for UT tonight in the Under Armour All-America Game: Connor Brewer left with a concussion, and Jonathan Gray just went down holding his knee and then hopped off the field. I guess the football gods have run out of targets on the Texans.
According to Jonathan Gray's father, it was just a minor ankle sprain. (Tweeted to Hook 'Em.com)
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Talk Zone / Re: David Schoenfield: Denying Jeff Bagwell would be a travesty
« on: January 05, 2012, 11:22:24 am »From personal experience (and imperial evidence in the Limey Time section), my creative juices flow a lot more when the team's losing than when it's winning. It's a lot harder to be interesting and entertaining when writing about yet another win.
Oh for the days when it was difficult to be interesting and entertaing....
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Beer and Queso / Re: Orange Bowl
« on: January 05, 2012, 09:32:32 am »
So Holgerson runs the score up. Puts his starting QB back in the game after the sub throws a pick while WV is up by 40. I guess we welcome into the Big 12 another Bob Stoops douche-nozzle.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Merry Christmas to you all.
« on: December 23, 2011, 12:54:17 pm »Will be gone for a few days and wanted to tell you all Merry Christmas, Happy Hannukah, and Happy New Year.
Happy Holidays Cheo Jr.!!!
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Beer and Queso / Re: AA Holiday Meet at the Saucer 12/26
« on: December 19, 2011, 04:06:26 pm »
I'm going to try to make my first AA meeting. See you there.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Longhorns at Aggies
« on: December 02, 2011, 05:49:31 pm »Sherm in his press conference said he had pulled in the driveway of the recruit when he got the call that he was terminated. He said he was dissapointed in that because, "We are better than that." He also stated that he regrets his family learned of it before he could tell them. They learned through internet news.
from a post on OB
Getting canned on the phone is BS.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Longhorns at Aggies
« on: December 02, 2011, 10:30:00 am »
Heard on the radio that Sherman would be in contention to replace Del Rio.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Cheap Scotch
« on: December 01, 2011, 10:31:10 am »Cheap bourbon is worse than cheap scotch. My bourbon tastes run on the expensive side, even for everyday drinking.
So where does Tennessee sour mash sippin whiskey fit in?
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Beer and Queso / Re: Longhorns at Aggies
« on: November 30, 2011, 01:21:57 pm »Fucking aggies:
http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/college_sports/aggies/article/Aggies-athletics-CFO-admits-to-calling-A-M-2311998.php
"don't mix beer and typing"
? What the hell?'Course his name is Toole.
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Beer and Queso / Re: Hard drive prices, holy shit
« on: November 23, 2011, 07:55:46 pm »Meanwhile, the price of the 256GB solid state drive I bought last week just dropped $40. FML
NAND is going down. SSDs are going to take off.