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First ALDS game
« on: October 08, 2015, 03:11:40 am »
As far as I can tell, this is the first ALDS game ever. I was thinking about going somewhere for lunch tomorrow, maybe Frito pie. El Real was really good, or maybe Gabby's barbecue or Avalon Diner.
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« Reply #1 on: October 08, 2015, 09:00:49 am »
Keep me posted, I can probably join. I'm definitely eating Frito Pie at some point today.
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« Reply #2 on: October 08, 2015, 11:05:27 am »
Quote from: WakePhil on October 08, 2015, 09:00:49 am
Keep me posted, I can probably join. I'm definitely eating Frito Pie at some point today.

I'm good for any place.  The earlier in the day, the better chance of recovery.
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« Reply #3 on: October 08, 2015, 11:26:28 am »
Quote from: NeilT on October 08, 2015, 11:05:27 am
I'm good for any place.  The earlier in the day, the better chance of recovery.

Seemed like El Real was getting pretty solid reviews. Would take me about 15 minutes to get there, but I am free to go anytime.
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« Reply #4 on: October 08, 2015, 11:28:31 am »
I'm good with that.  I'll leave now and try to get a couple of seats at the bar.  Anyone else?
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Re: First ALDS game
« Reply #5 on: October 08, 2015, 11:37:59 am »
There's a Skyline Deli on the ground floor of my building that serves chili.  May God have mercy on my bowels.
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« Reply #6 on: October 08, 2015, 11:42:35 am »
Frito pie made and consumed at home.
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« Reply #7 on: October 08, 2015, 12:01:21 pm »
I was underwhelmed by the fare at El Real when it first opened; particularly the staples of salsa, queso and margarita.  If you get those wrong...  The terrible parking situation has stopped me returning since.

Regardless, I am not free for lunch tomorrow, but may be able to catch up with anyone watching the game out somewhere.

(Yes, this means I am cratering on my boycott of all things MLB).
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« Reply #8 on: October 08, 2015, 12:02:54 pm »
Psst, Limey - the game is today.
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« Reply #9 on: October 08, 2015, 12:05:18 pm »
Quote from: BizidyDizidy on October 08, 2015, 12:02:54 pm
Psst, Limey - the game is today.

I know that, but today's in an evening game and Neil was talking about meeting up for lunch tomorrow, when the game is at 2:45pm...
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« Reply #10 on: October 08, 2015, 12:09:43 pm »
Quote from: Limey on October 08, 2015, 12:05:18 pm
I know that, but today's in an evening game and Neil was talking about meeting up for lunch tomorrow, when the game is at 2:45pm...

Oh, I assumed from the 3am post time he was just closing out last night's bender.
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« Reply #11 on: October 08, 2015, 12:13:00 pm »
Quote from: BizidyDizidy on October 08, 2015, 12:09:43 pm
Oh, I assumed from the 3am post time he was just closing out last night's bender.


Hadn't noticed the time stamp.  Now I'm confused as to what day he means.
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Re: First ALDS game
« Reply #12 on: October 08, 2015, 12:37:14 pm »
Quote from: GreatBagwellsBeard on October 08, 2015, 11:37:59 am
There's a Skyline Deli on the ground floor of my building that serves chili.  May God have mercy on my bowels.

Sounds like the place where my husband works...do you work for BMcD?
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« Reply #13 on: October 08, 2015, 01:03:10 pm »
El Real tweeted out they will be showing the Astros game tomorrow (FRIDAY) on their 22 foot big screen.
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« Reply #14 on: October 08, 2015, 01:14:30 pm »
Sorry, I meant today  when I said tomorrow at 3 AM.
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« Reply #15 on: October 08, 2015, 03:56:24 pm »
Quote from: NeilT on October 08, 2015, 01:14:30 pm
Sorry, I meant today  when I said tomorrow at 3 AM.


No worries.  Apologising for and/or correcting statements made at 3am is pretty much universal.
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« Reply #16 on: October 08, 2015, 04:16:28 pm »
The Frito pie at El Real was once again excellent.  WakePhil did his duty.
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« Reply #17 on: October 08, 2015, 05:29:55 pm »
Is it a bad sign that around 4:00 each day my body starts to NEED Fritos doused in slop?
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« Reply #18 on: October 08, 2015, 06:24:49 pm »
Frito Pie consumed.
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« Reply #19 on: October 08, 2015, 11:11:50 pm »
So is Frito pie required tomorrow, or is it one per series?
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« Reply #20 on: October 08, 2015, 11:12:53 pm »
Quote from: NeilT on October 08, 2015, 11:11:50 pm
So is Frito pie required tomorrow, or is it one per series?

Never mess with a streak Neil! BTW - my tummy seriously hurts... oh my, wolf brand chili is the worse... errr... I mean the best! *burp*
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« Reply #21 on: October 08, 2015, 11:13:31 pm »
Quote from: Noe in Austin on October 08, 2015, 11:12:53 pm
Never mess with a streak Neil!

I was afraid of that.
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« Reply #22 on: October 08, 2015, 11:19:38 pm »
Quote from: NeilT on October 08, 2015, 11:13:31 pm
I was afraid of that.

My wife hasn't asked me yet, but she's been glaring at me recently, almost wondering out loud (I can see her thought bubble) "Ahum... are you going to shave that stupid goatee you're trying to grow?" I saw a picture of me with a goatee circa 2005, so I remembered Bagwell and my tribute back then to him, hoping it would be the year he goes to the world series. My own personal sacrifice to the BBGs. I started letting the damn thing grow out again about two weeks ago and hope to have the pharaoh look before it is all over.

RIght now, I look like the guy who plays guitar for Los Lobos (only with more grey).
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« Reply #23 on: October 08, 2015, 11:32:22 pm »
If I could look like a guy from los Lobos, I'd do it every time v
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« Reply #24 on: October 09, 2015, 07:20:23 am »
Quote from: NeilT on October 08, 2015, 11:11:50 pm
So is Frito pie required tomorrow, or is it one per series?

Isn't it every game? I need to know this.
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« Reply #25 on: October 09, 2015, 08:00:27 am »
Quote from: JimR on October 09, 2015, 07:20:23 am
Isn't it every game? I need to know this.

I was hoping it was one per series.  Noe says no.

And this is one place where I absolutely can't trust my own gut instinct.
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« Reply #26 on: October 09, 2015, 08:12:51 am »
Quote from: NeilT on October 09, 2015, 08:00:27 am
I was hoping it was one per series.  Noe says no.

And this is one place where I absolutely can't trust my own gut instinct.

You started this. You make the rules, commissioner.
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« Reply #27 on: October 09, 2015, 08:29:41 am »
Quote from: juliogotay on October 09, 2015, 08:12:51 am
You started this. You make the rules, commissioner.

Until they lose, chili pie.
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« Reply #28 on: October 09, 2015, 08:45:25 am »
This is going to be a streak all right.
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« Reply #29 on: October 09, 2015, 09:12:32 am »
Quote from: NeilT on October 09, 2015, 08:29:41 am
Until they lose, chili pie.
My belly is gonna kill my brain. I'm not looking forward to Sonic style today. Need to look for other Frito Pie options in New Braunfels.
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« Reply #30 on: October 09, 2015, 09:40:33 am »
Quote from: Sphinx Drummond on October 09, 2015, 09:12:32 am
My belly is gonna kill my brain. I'm not looking forward to Sonic style today. Need to look for other Frito Pie options in New Braunfels.

I opened the fridge this morning to get my creamer and there staring at me was the tupperware  of left over chili. "See you at lunch time buddy" I heard it say to me. I ran to the bathroom right then and there.
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« Reply #31 on: October 09, 2015, 10:17:55 am »
Did one of y'all post this on the Houston sub-Reddit yesterday, supposedly from Bubba's Burger Shack?  http://i.imgur.com/eqBRtS8.jpg

Thought it was a good omen, if nothing else.
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« Reply #32 on: October 09, 2015, 10:22:00 am »

Quote from: Sphinx Drummond on October 09, 2015, 09:12:32 am
My belly is gonna kill my brain. I'm not looking forward to Sonic style today. Need to look for other Frito Pie options in New Braunfels.
Phoenix Saloon downtown. They serve it in the bag as hot as you like it and season it with their homemade chili powder. I usually max out at the double shot.
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« Reply #33 on: October 09, 2015, 02:02:15 pm »
Quote from: mrpink on October 09, 2015, 10:22:00 am
Phoenix Saloon downtown. They serve it in the bag as hot as you like it and season it with their homemade chili powder. I usually max out at the double shot.
Pat's Place has pretty good frito pie also.  They are on Union Street close to Schlitterban.
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« Reply #34 on: October 09, 2015, 02:36:03 pm »
Quote from: mrpink on October 09, 2015, 10:22:00 am
Phoenix Saloon downtown. They serve it in the bag as hot as you like it and season it with their homemade chili powder. I usually max out at the double shot.
Saw this too late. Will have to try at a future time.
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« Reply #35 on: October 09, 2015, 02:38:23 pm »
Quote from: tbone421998 on October 09, 2015, 02:02:15 pm
Pat's Place has pretty good frito pie also.  They are on Union Street close to Schlitterban.
Good to know. They have good food at Pat's Place.
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