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Water Rat
07-25-2013, 09:53
HooRoo wins????????
Of course he wins! You don't want a pi**ed off kangaroo on your hands! :D
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 09:54
Oh, I hadn't even noticed we were near another K...
Of course he wins! You don't want a pi**ed off kangaroo on your hands! :D
Damn!!
Trying to get HooRoo in a milestone.
Congrats ATM.
Coach must be beating a panel somewhere.....
Just remember: Putting the vehicle on cruise control does not mean you can step to the back of the vehicle to make coffee. It will not work out well for you!
Hey, does going through a drive-through count as an assisted hike if you are yellow-blazing?
Can I let the 12 year old drive when I'm making coffee?
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 09:56
Damn!!
Trying to get HooRoo in a milestone.
Congrats ATM.
Coach must be beating a panel somewhere.....
How is HooRoo holding up? He's the only one who hasn't needed new shoes during this trek. :D
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 09:56
Can I let the 12 year old drive when I'm making coffee?
Probably a better idea than putting the car on cruise control and doing it yourself.
wheres coach
Nice! Got that while no one was looking!
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 09:57
How is HooRoo holding up? He's the only one who hasn't needed new shoes during this trek. :D
He's got enough water repellant on him to float on an aqua-blaze without getting wet.
How is HooRoo holding up? He's the only one who hasn't needed new shoes during this trek. :D
He's doing very well.
Has had a couple of dousings with waterproofing spray since we started which have helped.
Worst he has looked was after the canoe tipped.:D
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 09:59
Damn!!
Trying to get HooRoo in a milestone.
Congrats ATM.
Coach must be beating a panel somewhere.....
Nice! Got that while no one was looking!
Tell coach there's a new sheriff in town.
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 09:59
He's got enough water repellant on him to float on an aqua-blaze without getting wet.
That must make showering difficult... He's been on the trail how many months without a shower? :eek:
He's got enough water repellant on him to float on an aqua-blaze without getting wet.
Don't worry.
When we tipped he got WET!
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 10:00
He's doing very well.
Has had a couple of dousings with waterproofing spray since we started which have helped.
Worst he has looked was after the canoe tipped.:D
I hope he was wearing his water wings! What does a drowned kangaroo look like?
Tell coach there's a new sheriff in town.
He likes to be called couch!
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 10:01
In the event of a water landing, your kangaroo will act as a floatation device! This should be added to the usual airline safety talk.
illabelle
07-25-2013, 10:02
it was awful quiet in the cafe earlier this morning. i thought maybe the timeout was going to last a few more hours... i turn my back for a little while, and ya'll done gave ATM another K! he's a sly one, he is.
In the event of a water landing, your kangaroo will act as a floatation device! This should be added to the usual airline safety talk.
Dangerous to swim with kangaroos...
If he gets wet he gets on the nose.
Fits in very well with hiker funk.
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 10:03
it was awful quiet in the cafe earlier this morning. i thought maybe the timeout was going to last a few more hours... i turn my back for a little while, and ya'll done gave ATM another K! he's a sly one, he is.
Gotta keep a close eye on him. He distracted me with hot air...balloons. ;)
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 10:05
Dangerous to swim with kangaroos...
If he gets wet he gets on the nose.
Fits in very well with hiker funk.
I can't say that I have ever tried to swim with kangaroos. Fish - yes. Sea lions - yes. Kangaroos - No. Hmmm... :-? Maybe Bear Grylls should take that one on!
Gotta keep a close eye on him. He distracted me with hot air...balloons. ;)
As opposed to the usual hot air without balloons....
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 10:05
Gotta keep a close eye on him. He distracted me with hot air...balloons. ;)
I almost posted pics. And I did give a clue. - Getting close.
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 10:06
As opposed to the usual hot air without balloons....
Mmm hmmmm... He's very tricky that way. :D
illabelle
07-25-2013, 10:06
Gotta keep a close eye on him. He distracted me with hot air...balloons. ;)
can you imagine being in a hot air balloon when a storm comes up on mt washington!!! somebody earlier said it could be a new episode of 1000 ways to die - YEP!
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 10:06
I almost posted pics. And I did give a clue. - Getting close.
Hindsight is 20/20
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 10:08
As opposed to the usual hot air without balloons....
You got Shellie laughing and pointing her finger and nodding her head.
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 10:08
can you imagine being in a hot air balloon when a storm comes up on mt washington!!! somebody earlier said it could be a new episode of 1000 ways to die - YEP!
Does it make it 1001 ways to die if you are bungee jumping off a hot air balloon, while hovering over Mt. Washington...in a storm? Or, just an awesome candidate for the Darwin Awards?
gizzy bear
07-25-2013, 10:11
lol!!! i JUST realized this is a hiking forum... my bad ... carry on...
Does it make it 1001 ways to die if you are bungee jumping off a hot air balloon, while hovering over Mt. Washington...in a storm? Or, just an awesome candidate for the Darwin Awards?
I would pay money to see that
lol!!! i JUST realized this is a hiking forum... my bad ... carry on...
It's a humour forum.
Some of us hike all wrong.
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 10:13
lol!!! i JUST realized this is a hiking forum... my bad ... carry on...
Hey, Mt. Washington is part of the discussion and a hiker (Oz) has chimed in this morning... So, we covered all bases. :D
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 10:14
It's a humour forum.
Some of us hike all wrong.
I think doing it all wrong would mean NOT trying to hit a single blaze, while walking/aero blazing/canoeing/etc the AT. Or, trying to hike on your hands the length of the AT.
gizzy bear
07-25-2013, 10:16
It's a humour forum.
Some of us hike all wrong.
apparently it is a hiker forum and some of us humour all wrong ;)
gizzy bear
07-25-2013, 10:16
Hey, Mt. Washington is part of the discussion and a hiker (Oz) has chimed in this morning... So, we covered all bases. :D
omg....where am i?
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 10:18
omg....where am i?
In the woods...you wandered in to the cafe. I would offer you something to eat, or drink, but all we have left is hot air (ballooning). :D
I think doing it all wrong would mean NOT trying to hit a single blaze, while walking/aero blazing/canoeing/etc the AT. Or, trying to hike on your hands the length of the AT.
now there's a plan.......
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 10:22
now there's a plan.......
I wouldn't try the walking on your hands if you have ever had a shoulder injury. Climbing ladder rungs (using your toes to pull you up) might be a little difficult.
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 10:24
Here's a pic of heating one up. I was much skinnier then. good thing too. Might not have got off the ground. I got a couple of more pics but most of the flight is on video. 22959
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 10:25
Here's a pic of heating one up. I was much skinnier then. good thing too. Might not have got off the ground. I got a couple of more pics but most of the flight is on video. 22959
How long did it take you to fill the balloon? I'll bet you were a little dizzy when you were done! :D
I wouldn't try the walking on your hands if you have ever had a shoulder injury. Climbing ladder rungs (using your toes to pull you up) might be a little difficult.
I was thinking more of hiking the AT without hitting a single whiteblaze......;)
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 10:26
I was thinking more of hiking the AT without hitting a single whiteblaze......;)
But that would be way too easy! Of course, then you would have to start the "I didn't hike the AT" club. Even then you would be in trouble for actually having hiked on the trail...
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 10:27
How long did it take you to fill the balloon? I'll bet you were a little dizzy when you were done! :D
Why do think I look so skinny. That was a lot of hot air to let out at one time.
Why do think I look so skinny. That was a lot of hot air to let out at one time.
I thought you were wearing a corset....
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 10:29
I thought you were wearing a corset....
Now THAT is doing it wrong! :D
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 10:30
I thought you were wearing a corset....
That's what I do now when we go dancing.
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 10:31
That's what I do now when we go dancing.
How the heck do you breathe????
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 10:32
Dang... Work beckons. Catch ya later! Have a great day!
That's what I do now when we go dancing.
On THAT knee??
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 10:33
Dang... Work beckons. Catch ya later! Have a great day!
Catcha later WR.
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 10:35
On THAT knee??
It can handle a little if I don't turn a lot. I walked pretty far the other day and it started acting up. Gettin' them done first part of Nov.
It can handle a little if I don't turn a lot. I walked pretty far the other day and it started acting up. Gettin' them done first part of Nov.
When they're well make sure you put the Bibbulmun on your bucket list.
Would really like to do it with you.
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 10:41
When they're well make sure you put the Bibbulmun on your bucket list.
Would really like to do it with you.
This is all Shellie talks about now at these dances and everywhere we go is meeting you and going to Australia. Shows everybody
the necklace you gave her that your wife made and tells the story behind it. We'll be there before you know it and we'll do that trail while the girls go shopping.
This is all Shellie talks about now at these dances and everywhere we go is meeting you and going to Australia. Shows everybody
the necklace you gave her that your wife made and tells the story behind it. We'll be there before you know it and we'll do that trail while the girls go shopping.
Careful!
That could be 6 weeks of shopping...!!!
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 10:47
Careful!
That could be 6 weeks of shopping...!!!
Guess I'll need more than one Visa.
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 10:48
Shellie's sittin' over here giving me the thumbs up.
Guess I'll need more than one Visa.
and more than one mastercard...
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 10:49
and more than one mastercard...
Now she's giving 2 thumbs up.
I have to be careful what I say.
Anne is lurking in the cafe and asked me to say hello!
Nature break.
(Also need to buy some fries to justify sitting here).
dragonflyannie
07-25-2013, 11:03
And 2 thumbs up from Mrs Oz!
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 11:06
And 2 thumbs up from Mrs Oz!
Well hello Mrs. Oz, Mrs. Milkman says hello and welcome :welcome to WhiteBlaze and more so to the café.
If I seem slow on responses by the way it's because I'm trying to copy photos to my journal before my battery goes flat.
dragonflyannie
07-25-2013, 11:13
Well hello Mrs. Oz, Mrs. Milkman says hello and welcome :welcome to WhiteBlaze and more so to the café. Hi and thank you!
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 11:13
If I seem slow on responses by the way it's because I'm trying to copy photos to my journal before my battery goes flat.
How do you say - no worries mate.
dragonflyannie
07-25-2013, 11:17
How do you say - no worries mate. ummm just like that "no worries mate" !!
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 11:20
ummm just like that "no worries mate" !!
I gotta start practicing.
ummm just like that "no worries mate" !!
The milkman is Southern and needs and Southerner to Southern Hemipshere translator!
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 11:22
The milkman is Southern and needs and Southerner to Southern Hemipshere translator!
I heard there's rednecks down under.
Deer Hunter
07-25-2013, 11:22
And 2 thumbs up from Mrs Oz!
Hello! Glad you decided to join us! 22963
I heard there's rednecks down under.
The way I have taken to Blake Shelton and co there definitely are....
Just started upload of 54 more pics to TJ.
With the battery I have left, captions and more journal entries will have to wait for Hanover New Hampshire.
dragonflyannie
07-25-2013, 11:30
Just started upload of 54 more pics to TJ.
With the battery I have left, captions and more journal entries will have to wait for Hanover New Hampshire. Journal entries??? I'd like to see that!
dragonflyannie
07-25-2013, 11:31
Hello! Glad you decided to join us! 22963 Hi Deer Hunter!
For those following our progress the scenario is currently that we will be doing Vermont in a rush.
IM will attempt to not miss anything but I am pushing for about 20 mile average days and will not necessarily walk all 20.
We aim to be in Hanover around Sat/Sun week and then do the Whites etc in a more "acceptable" way.
If necessary I will "speed" hike the first part of Maine after that. Aiming to summit first few days of September.
Hoping the above agenda will fit in with Train Wreck and Coach Lou plans to meet up with us.
can you imagine being in a hot air balloon when a storm comes up on mt washington!!! somebody earlier said it could be a new episode of 1000 ways to die - YEP!
I would not bother you while hiking up Mt. Washington.
Journal entries??? I'd like to see that!
Hey at least I have over 600 pics for you to look at!
Very few of me so they're not too repulsive....
I would not bother you while hiking up Mt. Washington.
How do you moon the cog from a hot air balloon?
Hang over the side like you're on the john?
:p
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 11:36
For those following our progress the scenario is currently that we will be doing Vermont in a rush.
IM will attempt to not miss anything but I am pushing for about 20 mile average days and will not necessarily walk all 20.
We aim to be in Hanover around Sat/Sun week and then do the Whites etc in a more "acceptable" way.
If necessary I will "speed" hike the first part of Maine after that. Aiming to summit first few days of September.
Hoping the above agenda will fit in with Train Wreck and Coach Lou plans to meet up with us.
I hope all that comes together for you.
I heard there's rednecks down under.
Everywhere on earth has rednecks. Even China!
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 11:39
Everywhere on earth has rednecks. Even China!
Thank God. There's still hope for this world.
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 11:40
How do you moon the cog from a hot air balloon?
Hang over the side like you're on the john?
:p
That would be my guess. I wonder what you would do to lighten the load a bit to get the balloon to rise.
Despite the reputation of rednecks, got to New England before anyone got HooRoo in their gunsights.....
That would be my guess. I wonder what you would do to lighten the load a bit to get the balloon to rise.
Now THAT would deserve a fine!!
Photos nearly all uploaded......:)
Battery nearly all downloaded....:(
Thank God. There's still hope for this world.
Being part Native American you can definitely call me a redneck, especially after just getting back from Myrtle.
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 11:46
Photos nearly all uploaded......:)
Battery nearly all downloaded....:(
Oz, I know it's to early to tell but what are the chances that you're going to get that Visa extended?
Oz, I know it's to early to tell but what are the chances that you're going to get that Visa extended?
Probably not ATM.
Still some variables to be decided at Anne's end (she's just gone to bed and is offline by the way).
Looks less than 50/50 she will come over after all.
Was looking at travelling with another and that is no longer possible.
If she comes over - will 90% likely jump into Canada, but if not will go back the 14th as planned.
In that case a return trip in 2014 or 2015 a definite but not to hike - just visit.
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 11:53
Being part Native American you can definitely call me a redneck, especially after just getting back from Myrtle.
I'm 1/4 Cherokee myself. Just saw something on TV the other night referencing what you're saying.
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 11:55
Probably not ATM.
Still some variables to be decided at Anne's end (she's just gone to bed and is offline by the way).
Looks less than 50/50 she will come over after all.
Was looking at travelling with another and that is no longer possible.
If she comes over - will 90% likely jump into Canada, but if not will go back the 14th as planned.
In that case a return trip in 2014 or 2015 a definite but not to hike - just visit.
Sounds good. We'll be staying in close contact I'm sure.
Always just a click away ATM.
Gotta go.
Sorry about the lack of pic info.
Important notes when looking at them...
Pink = Army's daughter
Greylock = Violet's parents
HooRoo = bulletproof (now has a souvenir of range day around his neck).
Oh!... and Driver8 = Green Ford Focus!
Despite the reputation of rednecks, got to New England before anyone got HooRoo in their gunsights.....
Wait until you see the rednecks in New England! O'Boy! :)
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 12:06
Always just a click away ATM.
Gotta go.
Sorry about the lack of pic info.
Important notes when looking at them...
Pink = Army's daughter
Greylock = Violet's parents
HooRoo = bulletproof (now has a souvenir of range day around his neck).
Oh!... and Driver8 = Green Ford Focus!
Will be checking them out. Talk to you later.
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 12:09
Wait until you see the rednecks in New England! O'Boy! :)
We're flying into Portland in Oct. and staying in NH. Will we get to see one? How will we know?
We're flying into Portland in Oct. and staying in NH. Will we get to see one? How will we know?
They are driving Subaru's
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 12:18
They are driving Subaru's
Ah ha. I knew there had to be an easy way to tell.
Gray Blazer
07-25-2013, 12:31
He's doing very well.
Has had a couple of dousings with waterproofing spray since we started which have helped.
Worst he has looked was after the canoe tipped.:D
I just want you guys to know... it's illegal to whistle under water in Vermont. Seriously. You can look it up.
Just don't want you guys to get deported for doing something dumb.
Train Wreck
07-25-2013, 12:47
Rasty,what is actually in a can of whoop ass?
Just popping in for a minute with this bit of late-breaking news!
http://elitedaily.com/news/world/that-awkward-moment-when-the-woman-you-try-robbing-knows-systema-video/
I'm so glad to contribute to the vast repository of knowledge that is WhiteBlaze :banana
Only reading yesterdays ( some) and todays- Other than that, I've been out White-blazing and Aqua-blazing. No way for me to try to catch up. Just checking in.
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 13:07
Just popping in for a minute with this bit of late-breaking news!
http://elitedaily.com/news/world/that-awkward-moment-when-the-woman-you-try-robbing-knows-systema-video/
I'm so glad to contribute to the vast repository of knowledge that is WhiteBlaze :banana
That's funny and just.
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 13:08
Only reading yesterdays ( some) and todays- Other than that, I've been out White-blazing and Aqua-blazing. No way for me to try to catch up. Just checking in.
Hey S' good to see you.
They have the hot air balloon festival in Albuquerque every year. The last time I thought about going hot air ballooning, was the year many of the balloons were pushed into the power lines because of the winds. That was a little off-putting, so I decided to wait on that one!
Maybe in an area that has a few less obstacles.
We have a Hot air balloon rally here every year. 2 years ago, 2 balloons landed in my back yard. It was my birthday, so that was a cool present. I've been up twice. REALLY AWESOME!
illabelle
07-25-2013, 13:16
I would not bother you while hiking up Mt. Washington.
haha! took me a few seconds to catch that! :D
I'm 1/4 Cherokee myself. Just saw something on TV the other night referencing what you're saying.
Was not trying to say anything really, just a sideways bit of humor. My grandmother was Comanche.
max patch
07-25-2013, 14:45
My new tent. I'm no ounce weenie so it may not be for everyone.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=crzRH22RzBk
Deer Hunter
07-25-2013, 14:49
We have a Hot air balloon rally here every year. 2 years ago, 2 balloons landed in my back yard. It was my birthday, so that was a cool present. I've been up twice. REALLY AWESOME!
Yes it is. Here is a picture from my ride in Florida. Not the best picture. I had to scan the picture to get it on my computer. My scanner sucks.
22964
Yes it is. Here is a picture from my ride in Florida. Not the best picture. I had to scan the picture to get it on my computer. My scanner sucks.
22964
That picture looks like it might have been near Ocala.
Another Kevin
07-25-2013, 15:04
Been lurking with the SAP lately but am sitting in McD's in North Adams with my PC today.
Have the gang of four been suitably chastised and caned for speaking politics or do they need to sit in the corners with the cone hats on some more?
In response to earlier query, ATM was on the money.
The others are hiking MA2 to VT9 today while I am allowing them to "proxy blaze":D it for me while catching up on journal, banking and conversation with my spouse today.
Army and his daughter will tent/shelter part of the way and IM, Rolling R and I are returning to Army's brothers house tonight and returning to VT9 tomorrow and hiking north.
Today is the end of our slackpacking week.
Dangnab it, and other sounds of disappointment...
I had hoped that around this time of year, I'd SOBO a section of southern New England so that I'd get to meet you guys along the trail at some point. (Or simply start ahead of you and NOBO - you'd be bound to overtake and pass me.) But it is not to be.
But I have a buddy in Perth who really wants to get me out there at some point (and another in Sydney who has a standing offer to take me on a real adventure in the Budawangs). So perhaps some year after retirement, I'll see you Down Under.
Dangnab it, and other sounds of disappointment...
I had hoped that around this time of year, I'd SOBO a section of southern New England so that I'd get to meet you guys along the trail at some point. (Or simply start ahead of you and NOBO - you'd be bound to overtake and pass me.) But it is not to be.
But I have a buddy in Perth who really wants to get me out there at some point (and another in Sydney who has a standing offer to take me on a real adventure in the Budawangs). So perhaps some year after retirement, I'll see you Down Under.
Worth the trip, Kevin. I enjoyed a nice afternoon with Jacko, IM and the gang week and a half ago. On the near-level trail just south of the CT/NY border, with 90+ F and 90-ish humidity (or so it seemed), I got sopping wet and drank a gallon of fluids in a mere 4 miles. What ordinarily would take me an hour and a half, tops, took me the better part of 3.
But I digress - Jacko and IM and the gang are very pleasant company, Keven. I wish you and your wife all the best - glad to hear she's improving and so
Sorry, pressed the POST button too soon.
Was gonna say I'm happy you've been able to be there for her, Kevin. Hard stuff - most of us have been through it or something like it at one time or another - but it's important to remember what a blessing it is for those who are ailing to have ones dear to them nearby.
Deer Hunter
07-25-2013, 15:37
That picture looks like it might have been near Ocala.
Can't remember exactly where. My brother was living in Orlando at the time so it wasn't to far away from there.
Deer Hunter
07-25-2013, 15:39
Worth the trip, Kevin. I enjoyed a nice afternoon with Jacko, IM and the gang week and a half ago. On the near-level trail just south of the CT/NY border, with 90+ F and 90-ish humidity (or so it seemed), I got sopping wet and drank a gallon of fluids in a mere 4 miles. What ordinarily would take me an hour and a half, tops, took me the better part of 3.
But I digress - Jacko and IM and the gang are very pleasant company, Keven. I wish you and your wife all the best - glad to hear she's improving and so
Yes they are.
illabelle
07-25-2013, 15:57
I'm 1/4 Cherokee myself. Just saw something on TV the other night referencing what you're saying.
Well, I'm not Cherokee, but I could have been! A few years ago one of my brothers was granted membership in the Western Arkansas or whatever Cherokee Tribe - a group that does not have official status with the BIA. All he had to do was submit some paperwork and send a check, and in return he got a card that he can use to get "top-quality" healthcare at a NA reservation, and "someday" if the federal gov't decides to recognize the group officially, he might even get some money in compensation for the oppression his people have suffered. There are six of us. He persuaded four to send papers and money, but not me. I didn't feel oppressed, and I figured it was a scam. Too bad I don't get to benefit from that healthcare. I'm SO underprivileged.
Just Bill
07-25-2013, 16:39
Last friendly reminder- Patagonia sale is on- although perhaps this reminder is more appropriate at BPL- most of you don't strike me as Yvon Fans.
max patch
07-25-2013, 16:42
I love the Baggie shorts but I doubt they're on sale. REI had em on sale for $35 last month so I got a couple pair. Thanks for the heads up I'll check out the website.
WingedMonkey
07-25-2013, 16:53
Exactly! Aren't candles supposed to go in pie? I grew up thinking people must always have candles in pie... :D
On my '95 hike, I was in Hot Springs at my birthday. We were hanging out at Wingfoot's house and the gang I was hiking with got one of those single serving pecan pies and stuck a candle in it.
Strange how some things are worth remembering.
Last friendly reminder- Patagonia sale is on- although perhaps this reminder is more appropriate at BPL- most of you don't strike me as Yvon Fans.
I was when he ran it. Gear for us, not them. I still use my short sleeve paddling jacket. Almost 20 years old and still going.
Last friendly reminder- Patagonia sale is on- although perhaps this reminder is more appropriate at BPL- most of you don't strike me as Yvon Fans.
I was when he ran it. Gear for us, not them. I still use my short sleeve paddling jacket. Almost 20 years old and still going.
Came off harshly. Love Patagonia but think they lost track sort of like REI.
coach lou
07-25-2013, 17:56
Last friendly reminder- Patagonia sale is on- although perhaps this reminder is more appropriate at BPL- most of you don't strike me as Yvon Fans.
Oh no, I am a great Yvon fan, most of my gear is YC, and it may even be older than you!:D I only wear Patagonia undies in winter!
slow mind
07-25-2013, 18:50
Howdy all!
Ain't been in here much lately, just stopping in for some taters for the trip. Headed out tomorrow for a month or so sailing on lk Superior. Isle Royale for 9-10 days, up to Canada's Sleeping Giant Prov. park and St. Ignace Island and then on down to the Apostle Islands for a while. Got a few multi-night hikes planned in the mix. I'll report back in September with deets and pics. You all behave.
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 18:59
Howdy all!
Ain't been in here much lately, just stopping in for some taters for the trip. Headed out tomorrow for a month or so sailing on lk Superior. Isle Royale for 9-10 days, up to Canada's Sleeping Giant Prov. park and St. Ignace Island and then on down to the Apostle Islands for a while. Got a few multi-night hikes planned in the mix. I'll report back in September with deets and pics. You all behave.
Sounds like some good stuff there. Do take plenty of pics, always great seeing everybody having fun.
slow mind
07-25-2013, 19:03
I may have to visit the tavern tonite just so I can sleep. My dial is on 11 right now. PUMPED!
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 19:05
I may have to visit the tavern tonite just so I can sleep. My dial is on 11 right now. PUMPED!
Understandable, very understandable.
I may have to visit the tavern tonite just so I can sleep. My dial is on 11 right now. PUMPED!
Have a great time.
slow mind
07-25-2013, 19:12
OH! and by the way.... I hate Mt>house but have a soft spot for the stroganoff. Yesterday I came across Marie Calendar's easy sides stroganoff. They come in 2 serving(1serving) bags and cook exactly the same as MH in it's own bag! They have several other dishes besides stroganoff and at $1.25 ea it's a no brainer. Most Importantly they tase friggin" GREAT!
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Marie-Callender-s-Easy-Sides-Stroganoff-Fettuccini-Pasta-4-oz/26572607
slow mind
07-25-2013, 19:37
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7licGkKp48
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7licGkKp48
Wise Old Owl
07-25-2013, 20:00
I can't do it..... its such a tragedy.... the other thread about the missing hikers....very sad....I just cant post....
But I want to also nominate the two for the Darwin Award....
http://usnews.nbcnews.com/_news/2013...off-maine?lite (http://usnews.nbcnews.com/_news/2013/07/25/19667078-hikers-are-rescued-then-drive-to-their-deaths-in-atlantic-ocean-off-maine?lite)
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 20:22
How do you moon the cog from a hot air balloon?
Hang over the side like you're on the john?
:p
Just a thought, but I don't think you want the hot air balloon to get that close to the mountain! :eek:
Water Rat
07-25-2013, 20:47
Awesome pics, Oz! I did notice a couple of things... :D
HooRoo should have been offered a blindfold, rather than ear protection, when everyone had him in their sights.:eek:
HooRoo definitely needed the "liquid courage." In fact, that is probably how you convinced him to pose for the above mentioned photo.
One should never get a kangaroo drunk (or, pissed) and then hand him a firearm. That just seems like a recipe for disaster! :eek:
And, I warned you - Once you give a kangaroo beer, they will never want to share! ;)
Looks like some amazing country you have wandered through and it looks like you are having a great time! Please keep sharing the pics!
WOO can you edit that all away. Thanks!
rocketsocks
07-25-2013, 21:01
Hey all, stopped to grab a coffee and some wifi...beautiful weather the last two days, doin lots a walkin. Nice to see Another Kevin back in the cafe.
Also seeing Winged Monkey and Just Bill in the cafe...Cool, the more the merrier.
nice sentiment on the candle in the peacan pie WM.
rocketsocks
07-25-2013, 21:09
Oz you gotta be loving this sleeping weather, nice an crisp!
Wise Old Owl
07-25-2013, 21:17
must be great - where is OZ's pics?
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 21:32
must be great - where is OZ's pics?
Over on Trail Journals. http://www.trailjournals.com/photos.cfm?trailname=14530
slow mind
07-25-2013, 21:36
Over on Trail Journals. http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?86369-hikerboys-cyber-cafe/page2407
That link led me in a circle
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 21:38
That link led me in a circle
Sorry SM - I edited.
Wise Old Owl
07-25-2013, 21:43
found it... very cool oh my eyes
http://pgtnaturegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Great-Horned-Owl-Chick_4002.jpg
max patch
07-25-2013, 21:49
I don't believe in ghosts - but this really makes you stop and think. I can't explain this. Weird.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJHF_M6FKVg
rocketsocks
07-25-2013, 21:54
I don't believe in ghosts - but this really makes you stop and think. I can't explain this. Weird.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJHF_M6FKVg
You suck...got me, big time
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 22:00
You suck...got me, big time
As soon as it started I knew I saw it before on another link but it still makes me flinch even though I know it's coming.
Wise Old Owl
07-25-2013, 22:07
Uh I won't be changing my shorts.... But I hacked a furball!
illabelle
07-25-2013, 22:34
I don't believe in ghosts - but this really makes you stop and think. I can't explain this. Weird.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJHF_M6FKVg
i'm so naive. :o i was completely taken in.
now i'm going to remember that screech as i'm falling asleep.
Sarcasm the elf
07-25-2013, 23:03
One of the cutest things you will see all week:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5I5H7EeC8k&sns=em
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5I5H7EeC8k&sns=em
Deer Hunter
07-25-2013, 23:28
Howdy all!
Ain't been in here much lately, just stopping in for some taters for the trip. Headed out tomorrow for a month or so sailing on lk Superior. Isle Royale for 9-10 days, up to Canada's Sleeping Giant Prov. park and St. Ignace Island and then on down to the Apostle Islands for a while. Got a few multi-night hikes planned in the mix. I'll report back in September with deets and pics. You all behave.
Sounds good. Hope you have a great time. :)
Wise Old Owl
07-25-2013, 23:35
www.youtube.com/user/lindseystomp
atmilkman
07-25-2013, 23:47
http://www.youtube.com/user/lindseystomp
Crystallize is pretty "cool".
Wise Old Owl
07-26-2013, 00:01
there are a couple of them ... Austin my son introduced me to her music... I am impressed.
i found out when going full screen you have to reset the 1080p each time so I am going to subscribe and fix it with a cookie.
atmilkman
07-26-2013, 00:08
there are a couple of them ... Austin my son introduced me to her music... I am impressed.
i found out when going full screen you have to reset the 1080p each time so I am going to subscribe and fix it with a cookie.
I am too. I'm on Song of the Caged Bird. I've listened to Electric Daisy Violin, Elements, and Moon Trance which was quite different.
atmilkman
07-26-2013, 00:12
I am too. I'm on Song of the Caged Bird. I've listened to Electric Daisy Violin, Elements, and Moon Trance which was quite different.
I like Vanessa Mae, and I'm going to listen to more of this girl now. Good find. Thanks for the link.
Wise Old Owl
07-26-2013, 00:26
http://news.yahoo.com/ap-impact-wind-farms-pass-eagle-deaths-072316007.html
So a wind farm kills 10 Golden Eagles.... interesting article
illabelle
07-26-2013, 06:00
good morning, WB Cafe! 6:00 am, and nobody posting. time to rise and shine!!! :sun
rocketsocks
07-26-2013, 06:07
good morning, WB Cafe! 6:00 am, and nobody posting. time to rise and shine!!! :sunMorning Illabelle, not sure where Lurkerville is, but the group W bench is supposed to be beautiful today, 82 degrees and mostly Sunny 22974great day for a 22975
illabelle
07-26-2013, 06:17
Morning Illabelle, not sure where Lurkerville is, but the group W bench is supposed to be beautiful today, 82 degrees and mostly Sunny 22974great day for a 22975
Lurkerville is in east TN. It's currently a VERY WELCOME 65 degrees, with a high expected near 86, and no rain for a change! If the forecast holds true, I might even get to mow the thigh-high grass this evening. Did a little mowing yesterday, but just the knee-high stuff close to the house. Then I had to dig potatoes and fix supper.
So are you headed out on a hike today? Sounds like fun! We don't expect to get out again until September when we take a weekend trip into Virginia and hike McAfee's Knob. Looking forward to it!
Enjoy your day. :)
Lurkerville is in east TN. It's currently a VERY WELCOME 65 degrees, with a high expected near 86, and no rain for a change! If the forecast holds true, I might even get to mow the thigh-high grass this evening. Did a little mowing yesterday, but just the knee-high stuff close to the house. Then I had to dig potatoes and fix supper.
So are you headed out on a hike today? Sounds like fun! We don't expect to get out again until September when we take a weekend trip into Virginia and hike McAfee's Knob. Looking forward to it!
Enjoy your day. :)
Sounds like you need a bushhog not a mower:) Too bad you don't live closer to Maryville I could have one of my brothers come and take care of your grass for ya. And they would actually do that:)
rocketsocks
07-26-2013, 06:35
Lurkerville is in east TN. It's currently a VERY WELCOME 65 degrees, with a high expected near 86, and no rain for a change! If the forecast holds true, I might even get to mow the thigh-high grass this evening. Did a little mowing yesterday, but just the knee-high stuff close to the house. Then I had to dig potatoes and fix supper.
So are you headed out on a hike today? Sounds like fun! We don't expect to get out again until September when we take a weekend trip into Virginia and hike McAfee's Knob. Looking forward to it!
Enjoy your day. :)
I like Jeff Foxworthy's bit on mowing thigh high grass, and finding cars you forgot you had, in order to qualify for "Red Neck" status :D
Well I think I will take a hike today, not the AT but some local trails...oh and the group 'W' bench is in NJ, but just about every city has one, according to Arlo.
rocketsocks
07-26-2013, 06:40
Sounds like you need a bushhog not a mower:) Too bad you don't live closer to Maryville I could have one of my brothers come and take care of your grass for ya. And they would actually do that:)
Yeah I could bring my garden tractor, with it's 10" wheels, hydro transmixer, top speed 8 miles an hour...if i leave now I could be there in about a month :D
Yeah I could bring my garden tractor, with it's 10" wheels, hydro transmixer, top speed 8 miles an hour...if i leave now I could be there in about a month :D
turbo charge that tractor:) interstate bound!
illabelle
07-26-2013, 06:46
Sounds like you need a bushhog not a mower:) Too bad you don't live closer to Maryville I could have one of my brothers come and take care of your grass for ya. And they would actually do that:)
Thanks for the offer, moytoy! :) We're northeast of Knoxville, go through Maryville all the time when we need to get to Cades Cove.
Actually we do have a tractor, a Massey Ferguson that we got to replace our 1950 model Ford 8N. I leave the tractor work to my better half. He's much better with noisy machines than I am! We've got 12 acres, about 5-6 of it we mow, some pieces maybe twice a season, which he'll hit with the tractor cuz it'll be full of saplings and briers, and vines. The stuff closer to the house, maybe 2.5 acres, we try to maintain with the mower, but if RAINS EVERY DAY like it was doing for a bit, it's hard to keep up!
illabelle
07-26-2013, 06:47
Yeah I could bring my garden tractor, with it's 10" wheels, hydro transmixer, top speed 8 miles an hour...if i leave now I could be there in about a month :D
oh gee, by the time you get here, i will have tunnels through the grass!
replied a few minutes ago to moytoy, still waiting for the post to show up. "whiteblaze.net is not responding" - i get that message far too often. if i wait awhile, it might eventually revive. if not, i get to start over. :(
illabelle
07-26-2013, 06:47
oh gee, by the time you get here, i will have tunnels through the grass!
replied a few minutes ago to moytoy, still waiting for the post to show up. "whiteblaze.net is not responding" - i get that message far too often. if i wait awhile, it might eventually revive. if not, i get to start over. :(
and THERE it is!
illabelle
07-26-2013, 06:54
it's 6:48. I've wasted - i mean INVESTED - most of an hour on WB. Time to feed the beasts and get ready for work. Another Friday ....
rocketsocks
07-26-2013, 07:03
turbo charge that tractor:) interstate bound!For high weed mowin, and cherry pickin at the same time.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEbvyE3u4SU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEbvyE3u4SU
illabelle
07-26-2013, 07:13
For high weed mowin, and cherry pickin at the same time.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEbvyE3u4SU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEbvyE3u4SU
that looked like florida, and vintage redneck at that!
boys and their toys! :D
now where is that eyerolling smiley?
found it! found another!!
http://ts3.mm.bing.net/th?id=H.4989606311365126&pid=1.7&w=237&h=175&c=7&rs=1http://ts4.mm.bing.net/th?id=H.4522146404630567&pid=1.7&w=263&h=176&c=7&rs=1
Deer Hunter
07-26-2013, 07:19
Morning Illabelle, not sure where Lurkerville is, but the group W bench is supposed to be beautiful today, 82 degrees and mostly Sunny 22974great day for a 22975
Same temp here. Yes, better hiking weather. Picking up a fellow whiteblazer this afternoon and taking him to Montebello so he can hike back to the James River.
Deer Hunter
07-26-2013, 07:26
Lurkerville is in east TN. It's currently a VERY WELCOME 65 degrees, with a high expected near 86, and no rain for a change! If the forecast holds true, I might even get to mow the thigh-high grass this evening. Did a little mowing yesterday, but just the knee-high stuff close to the house. Then I had to dig potatoes and fix supper.
So are you headed out on a hike today? Sounds like fun! We don't expect to get out again until September when we take a weekend trip into Virginia and hike McAfee's Knob. Looking forward to it!
Enjoy your day. :)
Nice section. I hope you enjoy it. :)
rocketsocks
07-26-2013, 07:36
Same temp here. Yes, better hiking weather. Picking up a fellow whiteblazer this afternoon and taking him to Montebello so he can hike back to the James River.
That makes you..."Da Man" very nice DH.
Teacher & Snacktime
07-26-2013, 11:24
Or Windsor...??? could that be it ???
Yes, it's Windsor.....it was changed by George V in 1917 from Saxe-Coburg-Gotha to disassociate themselves from their German background during WWI.
atmilkman
07-26-2013, 11:49
For high weed mowin, and cherry pickin at the same time.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEbvyE3u4SU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEbvyE3u4SU
So this is what prompted ILB's new thread. I can't tell where its at. I don't think it's FL though. They don't have front tags.
illabelle
07-26-2013, 12:18
So this is what prompted ILB's new thread. I can't tell where its at. I don't think it's FL though. They don't have front tags.
it was the flat horizon. coulda been somewhere else, but i got a sister in florida, so i figured on pick on them! :p
atmilkman
07-26-2013, 12:23
it was the flat horizon. coulda been somewhere else, but i got a sister in florida, so i figured on pick on them! :p
I know a buncha rednecks down there. They call them/us swamp billies.
atmilkman
07-26-2013, 12:25
I know a buncha rednecks down there. They call them/us swamp billies.
Looking at that mower again it looks like it could run some mud holes.
illabelle
07-26-2013, 12:41
Looking at that mower again it looks like it could run some mud holes.
but did you notice the "mower" didn't have a mower deck? it wasn't a mower at all!
atmilkman
07-26-2013, 12:52
but did you notice the "mower" didn't have a mower deck? it wasn't a mower at all!
Yep, I saw that too. Just one of them redneck toys.
Wise Old Owl
07-26-2013, 13:22
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=LC7tNpe4NKU
Now what was I supossed to do...?
coach lou
07-26-2013, 16:27
I hope I can join this group
atmilkman
07-26-2013, 16:31
I hope I can join this group
Coach Lou, c'mon down, your the next contestant on café island. Don't forget your beer goggles.
atmilkman
07-26-2013, 16:48
Thanks for the offer, moytoy! :) We're northeast of Knoxville, go through Maryville all the time when we need to get to Cades Cove.
Actually we do have a tractor, a Massey Ferguson that we got to replace our 1950 model Ford 8N. I leave the tractor work to my better half. He's much better with noisy machines than I am! We've got 12 acres, about 5-6 of it we mow, some pieces maybe twice a season, which he'll hit with the tractor cuz it'll be full of saplings and briers, and vines. The stuff closer to the house, maybe 2.5 acres, we try to maintain with the mower, but if RAINS EVERY DAY like it was doing for a bit, it's hard to keep up!
ILB, this sounds like a pretty nice place you got here. I heard (saw) you say you had to go turn up some taters for supper. That sounds like you have a garden. Do you? How big is it? What do you grow? (I'm not hungry or nothin')
atmilkman
07-26-2013, 16:58
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=LC7tNpe4NKU
Now what was I supossed to do...?
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/79/Orange-county-choppers-dixie-chopper-bike-left.jpg (http://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&docid=x-eBo6xa4X4KYM&tbnid=r1jAihnmqlHdZM:&ved=0CAUQjRw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcommons.wikimedia.org%2Fwiki%2FFi le%3AOrange-county-choppers-dixie-chopper-bike-left.jpg&ei=juLyUcjFDYze8ATW9IDICA&bvm=bv.49784469,d.eWU&psig=AFQjCNEof37hRkMvL8DCY4iX36KDP_VdFg&ust=1374958572945390)
Hey WOO, did you ever see the bike OCC built for Dixie Chopper Lawnmowers.
atmilkman
07-26-2013, 17:19
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=C246TxvQ4Us
ILB, this sounds like a pretty nice place you got here. I heard (saw) you say you had to go turn up some taters for supper. That sounds like you have a garden. Do you? How big is it? What do you grow? (I'm not hungry or nothin')
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=C246TxvQ4Us
atmilkman
07-26-2013, 17:20
Anybody got the 411 on the Silly Walkers?
coach lou
07-26-2013, 17:24
They were in North Adams Mass, last nite. They were trying to lighten the load before the Greens and the Whites. They plan to zero in Manchester in 2 days and then resume. AA, may take a medical, after a DR. appointment. He has an issue.On Thursday I will call Oz for a local, and meet him in Vt on Friday to spend the weekend.....I'm hoping they are past Killington.....I haven't walked from Gifford Woods to Hanover yet!
atmilkman
07-26-2013, 17:28
They were in North Adams Mass, last nite. They were trying to lighten the load before the Greens and the Whites. They plan to zero in Manchester in 2 days and then resume. AA, may take a medical, after a DR. appointment. He has an issue.On Thursday I will call Oz for a local, and meet him in Vt on Friday to spend the weekend.....I'm hoping they are past Killington.....I haven't walked from Gifford Woods to Hanover yet!
Sounds good Coach. Hope you get good weather. Karma is in Maine and she says she's been getting chilly at night. Maybe it will cool off for you guys. Tell everyone hello from Bama. Can't wait to get my new knees. All this hikin' everybody is doin' is killin' me.
atmilkman
07-26-2013, 17:43
Changed the sig. It's pretty good.
atmilkman
07-26-2013, 17:45
Headed out the door for some dancin'. May not be able to do any real hikin' but can pull off a waltz or two. Maybe even a Sidekick.
illabelle
07-26-2013, 18:18
ILB, this sounds like a pretty nice place you got here. I heard (saw) you say you had to go turn up some taters for supper. That sounds like you have a garden. Do you? How big is it? What do you grow? (I'm not hungry or nothin')
Garden is 40' x 110'. Full of weeds most years, but I'm learning better techniques as the years go by. I love planning the garden in the early months of the year, and I enjoy planting season. But when it gets hot, it's easy to find something else to do. Or when we get loads of rain (like this year) and days go by where everything is growing like ...well, like weeds, and it's too muddy to get out there, it gets out of control quickly!
For supper last night we had a plateful of nothing but produce from our garden: scalloped potatoes, green beans, fried okra, ripe tomato, and tender sweet corn. It was luscious! I'm making myself hungry!!!
Other stuff we're growing includes sweet potatoes, peanuts, peppers, melons, summer and winter squash, a truckload of purple zinnias, an assortment of onions, garlic, and scallions, sugar snap peas (but they're already gone), and 4 or 5 varieties of beans I mean to harvest at maturity (meaning as dry beans). Dry beans are cheap, but I just wanna see if I can learn how to grow, harvest, and store them. Stinkbugs are messing up my tomatoes, and squash bugs ruined much of the summer squash. Other than that, it's been a good year so far. With a little more:sun it can only get better!
illabelle
07-26-2013, 18:25
Sounds good Coach. Hope you get good weather. Karma is in Maine and she says she's been getting chilly at night. Maybe it will cool off for you guys. Tell everyone hello from Bama. Can't wait to get my new knees. All this hikin' everybody is doin' is killin' me.
you're getting new knees? aren't you a little young for this?
i know 2 or 3 people (non-hikers) who've had knee replacements, and still hobble around afterwards. maybe they had multiple problems - knees, hips, back, etc - and just fixed the worst thing. i hope your experience is MUCH better!
Deer Hunter
07-26-2013, 20:44
Changed the sig. It's pretty good.
Yes it is good. I really like the guitar playing of this group.
Deer Hunter
07-26-2013, 20:45
They were in North Adams Mass, last nite. They were trying to lighten the load before the Greens and the Whites. They plan to zero in Manchester in 2 days and then resume. AA, may take a medical, after a DR. appointment. He has an issue.On Thursday I will call Oz for a local, and meet him in Vt on Friday to spend the weekend.....I'm hoping they are past Killington.....I haven't walked from Gifford Woods to Hanover yet!
Great coach. Glad you have the chance to get together and hike with them.
Deer Hunter
07-26-2013, 20:48
Garden is 40' x 110'. Full of weeds most years, but I'm learning better techniques as the years go by. I love planning the garden in the early months of the year, and I enjoy planting season. But when it gets hot, it's easy to find something else to do. Or when we get loads of rain (like this year) and days go by where everything is growing like ...well, like weeds, and it's too muddy to get out there, it gets out of control quickly!
For supper last night we had a plateful of nothing but produce from our garden: scalloped potatoes, green beans, fried okra, ripe tomato, and tender sweet corn. It was luscious! I'm making myself hungry!!!
Other stuff we're growing includes sweet potatoes, peanuts, peppers, melons, summer and winter squash, a truckload of purple zinnias, an assortment of onions, garlic, and scallions, sugar snap peas (but they're already gone), and 4 or 5 varieties of beans I mean to harvest at maturity (meaning as dry beans). Dry beans are cheap, but I just wanna see if I can learn how to grow, harvest, and store them. Stinkbugs are messing up my tomatoes, and squash bugs ruined much of the summer squash. Other than that, it's been a good year so far. With a little more:sun it can only get better!
Your making me hungry, too! Sounds good!
hikerboy57
07-26-2013, 20:48
imelda marcos is on his seventh pair of shoes.
Wise Old Owl
07-26-2013, 21:21
Changed the sig. It's pretty good.
I used to say that to the relatives... and its true... they would rather sit in a pew than do ten on a trail at the top of a mountain. Ahhh the silence....
imelda marcos is on his seventh pair of shoes.
Classy.
On a more positive note, sounds like AA had a great week on trail with his daughter and is getting valuable time with his family. Hope his health turns out ok, and respect his determination to continue. Good for him.
Wise Old Owl
07-26-2013, 21:28
So dated...
Check NBA Star Joe Johnson’s Sneaker Roomhttp://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bjGA1crsMfM/UCMMnOxHpCI/AAAAAAAAZlI/wOCgsnGI5MQ/s320/1.JPG
rocketsocks
07-27-2013, 03:18
Yes, it's Windsor.....it was changed by George V in 1917 from Saxe-Coburg-Gotha to disassociate themselves from their German background during WWI.That's what my wife said...Windsor.
Sounds good Coach. Hope you get good weather. Karma is in Maine and she says she's been getting chilly at night. Maybe it will cool off for you guys. Tell everyone hello from Bama. Can't wait to get my new knees. All this hikin' everybody is doin' is killin' me.
you're getting new knees? aren't you a little young for this?
i know 2 or 3 people (non-hikers) who've had knee replacements, and still hobble around afterwards. maybe they had multiple problems - knees, hips, back, etc - and just fixed the worst thing. i hope your experience is MUCH better!
One of my brothers had both of his knees replaced and the same time. He was 57 and he was up and walking normally in short order. He now outwalks everyone who tries to to keep up with him. Not being over weight and being young helped his recovery.
coach lou
07-27-2013, 08:23
My dad, 77, had one of his knees done 2 years ago. Crazy very active guy, he was retired from the family trade, he tended bar...still chased women!!!! Anyhow, when he was 14 he broke his ankle, and had vintage technology holding it together. Well the new knee changed the way that ankle sat and now he has all sorts of problems. He is the ONLY person I know that ever had a problem!
atmilkman
07-27-2013, 10:06
Garden is 40' x 110'. Full of weeds most years, but I'm learning better techniques as the years go by. I love planning the garden in the early months of the year, and I enjoy planting season. But when it gets hot, it's easy to find something else to do. Or when we get loads of rain (like this year) and days go by where everything is growing like ...well, like weeds, and it's too muddy to get out there, it gets out of control quickly!
For supper last night we had a plateful of nothing but produce from our garden: scalloped potatoes, green beans, fried okra, ripe tomato, and tender sweet corn. It was luscious! I'm making myself hungry!!!
Other stuff we're growing includes sweet potatoes, peanuts, peppers, melons, summer and winter squash, a truckload of purple zinnias, an assortment of onions, garlic, and scallions, sugar snap peas (but they're already gone), and 4 or 5 varieties of beans I mean to harvest at maturity (meaning as dry beans). Dry beans are cheap, but I just wanna see if I can learn how to grow, harvest, and store them. Stinkbugs are messing up my tomatoes, and squash bugs ruined much of the summer squash. Other than that, it's been a good year so far. With a little more:sun it can only get better!
That sounds so good. Makes me hungry for supper even while I'm eating a bagel.
atmilkman
07-27-2013, 10:13
you're getting new knees? aren't you a little young for this?
i know 2 or 3 people (non-hikers) who've had knee replacements, and still hobble around afterwards. maybe they had multiple problems - knees, hips, back, etc - and just fixed the worst thing. i hope your experience is MUCH better!
Right now my personal knowledge of people I know that have had them done is 1 and 1. One is hobbling which is probably a bad choice of wording, but he is limited on how he can squat down. The other is a woman, a member on here, hammock hanger, who had both done and is hiking like crazy. I'm set on goin' for it. I've heard more good than bad. Thanks for the well wish.
atmilkman
07-27-2013, 10:18
imelda marcos is on his seventh pair of shoes.
There's still an outside chance he wont hit a dozen pair. Then again...............
hikerboy57
07-27-2013, 10:24
There's still an outside chance he wont hit a dozen pair. Then again...............
classy .
atmilkman
07-27-2013, 10:26
One of my brothers had both of his knees replaced and the same time. He was 57 and he was up and walking normally in short order. He now outwalks everyone who tries to to keep up with him. Not being over weight and being young helped his recovery.
My dad, 77, had one of his knees done 2 years ago. Crazy very active guy, he was retired from the family trade, he tended bar...still chased women!!!! Anyhow, when he was 14 he broke his ankle, and had vintage technology holding it together. Well the new knee changed the way that ankle sat and now he has all sorts of problems. He is the ONLY person I know that ever had a problem!
Like I was saying to ILB, I've heard more good stories than bad and I'm just gonna go for it and pray for the best. I hoping so much that I can be one of those success stories. Hammock Hanger is hiking like she never has in years. I mean I can't do more than 50 - 100 miles right now without a lot of recovery time so if that's all I wind up being able to do after the procedure I'll be no worse than I am now. I'll do everything they say right to the letter and hope for the best.
coach lou
07-27-2013, 10:41
Like I said Bobbyjo, I've known many folks that had posititive results. my dad had the only prob that I've ever heard of and that was not the knees fault......go for it.....you're correct....can't get any worse!
max patch
07-27-2013, 10:59
Like I said Bobbyjo, I've known many folks that had posititive results. my dad had the only prob that I've ever heard of and that was not the knees fault......go for it.....you're correct....can't get any worse!
I've mentioned this before so I'm not going to rehash everything, but my dad needed both knees replaced and had the first one done and is in worse shape now than before. He's gone from hiking with pain to not being able to hike at all. He's not going to get the other one done because of the results of the first one. His surgeon said he is the only the 3rd patient in his career to have as many complications and to end up being worse off. So no guarantees. Good luck to ATM.
atmilkman
07-27-2013, 11:11
I've mentioned this before so I'm not going to rehash everything, but my dad needed both knees replaced and had the first one done and is in worse shape now than before. He's gone from hiking with pain to not being able to hike at all. He's not going to get the other one done because of the results of the first one. His surgeon said he is the only the 3rd patient in his career to have as many complications and to end up being worse off. So no guarantees. Good luck to ATM.
Thanks Max. Here's the surgeon I'm going to see in Nov. She has gained quite a reputation amongst those in the business. My sister works at Gardens Hospital and has seen first hand her success along with the recommendations of a lot of other doctors and therapists. http://www.southfljointsurgeon.com/MeettheDoctor.aspx
Gray Blazer
07-27-2013, 20:19
There is a diff between ortho surgeons. My wife was supposed to have her partial knee replacement by Dr Indelicato (surgeon for the gators). Luckily we changed and had it done in Brandon, Fl by a wonderful surgeon. No Problems.
You'll have the physical terrorists in your recovery room walking you up and down the halls within hours. Good luck and God Bless you.
illabelle
07-28-2013, 05:48
Good morning, Cafe. Taking my last child to college today. The nest is empty. :(
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T.S.Kobzol
07-28-2013, 06:58
Good morning Cafe. Buying yet another kayak. Driving 1.5 hours to a meeting point.
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From my experience an empty nest loses the smell of fresh droppings...
hikerboy57
07-28-2013, 07:34
From my experience an empty nest loses the smell of fresh droppings...good morning oz.
good morning oz.
Morning HB.
A bit of wet coming up just inland of you today.
Good morning, Cafe. Taking my last child to college today. The nest is empty. :(
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In my experience the nest is soon filled again with the GKids. I have one with me this weekend:) We're heading out in a few to do a 5 mile loop.
Drybones
07-28-2013, 07:55
Good morning Cafe. Buying yet another kayak. Driving 1.5 hours to a meeting point.
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Whatcha gettin?
hikerboy57
07-28-2013, 07:56
Morning HB.
A bit of wet coming up just inland of you today.looks like its headed your way.cant have too much mud in vt.
looks like its headed your way.cant have too much mud in vt.
Not much at the moment.
Can see how Vermud is a good tag though.
Will be much worse with more rain.
hikerboy57
07-28-2013, 08:10
Not much at the moment.
Can see how Vermud is a good tag though.
Will be much worse with more rain.
when is imelda marcos hooking back up with you?
Don't know depends on doctor visit he has.
I suspect Hanover.
illabelle
07-28-2013, 08:20
From my experience an empty nest loses the smell of fresh droppings...
well there's something to look forward to!
hikerboy57
07-28-2013, 08:22
Don't know depends on doctor visit he has.
I suspect Hanover.
i hope its not too serious.the terrain is gonna get pretty tough soon.
illabelle
07-28-2013, 08:23
In my experience the nest is soon filled again with the GKids. I have one with me this weekend:) We're heading out in a few to do a 5 mile loop.
another thing to look forward to! one grandkid already (she's almost 6) with a second due in Dec.
so where you headed with yours on the 5-mile loop?
i hope its not too serious.the terrain is gonna get pretty tough soon.
Ski lift blaze???
hikerboy57
07-28-2013, 08:35
Ski lift blaze???
right after pinkham notch,you can do it on wildcat mtn in nh., and skip one of the steepest climbs in the whites,.on the other hand, i found the wildcats to be pretty cool.i think it cuts out about 6 or seven miles
hikerboy57
07-28-2013, 08:38
theres also a pretty cool zipline on wildcat
T.S.Kobzol
07-28-2013, 08:40
Whatcha gettin?
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T.S.Kobzol
07-28-2013, 08:42
P&H ARIES
Practically brand new for a very reasonable used kayak price
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hikerboy57
07-28-2013, 08:42
i hope its not too serious.the terrain is gonna get pretty tough soon.
Ski lift blaze??? unless one of you gets hurt I really think you should do the whites without skipping any sections it's tough but it gives you great rewards you understand exactly what I mean after you get through them
right after pinkham notch,you can do it on wildcat mtn in nh., and skip one of the steepest climbs in the whites,.on the other hand, i found the wildcats to be pretty cool.i think it cuts out about 6 or seven miles
:)
Just had breakfast with a southbounder discussing said option.
We will see...
hikerboy57
07-28-2013, 08:46
P&H ARIES
Practically brand new for a very reasonable used kayak price
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unless one of you gets hurt I really think you should do the whites without skipping any sections it's tough but it gives you great rewards you understand exactly what I mean after you get through them
Please note we dont really "skip" anything at all.
IM has been almost lily white pure..
The rest of us are keeping up (he's v fast now) by an occasional blue blaze of a mile or two.
I skipped a day recently to "talk"with my wife and follow up some stuff that had to be done. We have always intended to do ALL of NH and Maine.
A couple of miles of any conceivable blaze "variation" has become a game for us.
T.S.Kobzol
07-28-2013, 08:53
Living in Maine, and covering pretty much all peaks for most of my adult life, sea kayaking opened up brand new frontier to camping at the hundreds of islands available to public. I recommend it.
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Watch for our merchandising plans post hike on how to follow the "Great Vague Blaze".
It's a new cult religon we are developing.
Army and Invisible are the high priests developing the texts, Rolling R and I are merely acolytes...:)
hikerboy57
07-28-2013, 08:56
Please note we dont really "skip" anything at all.
IM has been almost lily white pure..
The rest of us are keeping up (he's v fast now) by an occasional blue blaze of a mile or two.
I skipped a day recently to "talk"with my wife and follow up some stuff that had to be done. We have always intended to do ALL of NH and Maine.
A couple of miles of any conceivable blaze "variation" has become a game for us.
i know that oz, i didnt mean for it to sound accusatory.let me restate it:the rewards in the whites are well worth the effort.i wouldnt want you to miss any of it.still, weather is always a concern up there, and contingency plans are prudent.have you thought about how you're getting over the presis?you shouldnt plan on staying at the huts, unless youve already booked them. even work for stay can be limited, given the amt of nobos coming through that time.
We are probably getting "slacked" thru Whites by Army's better half.
hikerboy57
07-28-2013, 08:58
Living in Maine, and covering pretty much all peaks for most of my adult life, sea kayaking opened up brand new frontier to camping at the hundreds of islands available to public. I recommend it.
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took a 3 day canoe trip to lake umbagog with the amc around 10 or twelve years ago.spectacular. not a cloud in the sky for 3 days and 2 nights. bald eagles, moose,and at night, galaxies and satellites .awesome.
T.S.Kobzol
07-28-2013, 09:14
Yeah. I did umbagog twice. Each trip was awesome.
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coach lou
07-28-2013, 09:40
Living in Maine, and covering pretty much all peaks for most of my adult life, sea kayaking opened up brand new frontier to camping at the hundreds of islands available to public. I recommend it.
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My X and I vacationed on Southport Island many times, I love that part of Maine. I had intentions of getting us Seayaks and joining MITA.......our nest emtied and it was her Q to leave AGAIN! I still have the yaks in my plan, but this hiking the AT has grabbed me again and Overload loves to hike and camp.....so the yaks will wait.
coach lou
07-28-2013, 09:44
Yeah. I did umbagog twice. Each trip was awesome.
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The X and I also rafted the Penobscot....my only glimps of the Big K. The guide told us many stories. One was that he loved when Boy Scout groups would come from the big lake camps. He would not have to do anything, he said his raft was like a speed boat and would lurch forward when he gave comands! My favorite Maine name.....Moosesaulukmeguntic!!!!!! (spelling??)
T.S.Kobzol
07-28-2013, 10:03
I think it's Mooselookmeguntic :-)
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Drybones
07-28-2013, 11:40
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Nice ride, looks like it would be good for long trips. I had a Current Designs Storm GT but sold it last year, couldn't find onyone interested in long trips. A friend had talked about doing part of the Florida Circumnavigational Trail but that fell by the watside. Hope you enjoy it.
T.S.Kobzol
07-28-2013, 12:52
If you're ever up here then let me know. We'll paddle
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i know that oz, i didnt mean for it to sound accusatory.let me restate it:the rewards in the whites are well worth the effort.i wouldnt want you to miss any of it.still, weather is always a concern up there, and contingency plans are prudent.have you thought about how you're getting over the presis?you shouldnt plan on staying at the huts, unless youve already booked them. even work for stay can be limited, given the amt of nobos coming through that time.
I agree wholly, Jacko. It's amazing country up there. The only planned non-white-blaze I'd consider, other than side trips, would be to do the loop trails over the summits of Eisenhower, Monroe, Clay, Jefferson and Adams instead of the Crawford Path and the Gulfside Trails for those sections. The views on Eisenhower Loop, ascending and descending, are some of the best I've seen - imo, they rival Franconia Ridge and Washington's shoulders and summit - I'd bet the rewards are similar for the other "official" peaks and for Clay. I'm planning to do the Star Lake Trail between Adams summit at Madison Spring Hut, too - you could do that as an extra if you get work- or pay-for-stay at the hut.
Also, if you haven't already - spring for the AMC White Mountain Guide - you can get it at the Dartmouth Coop right on the A.T. (Main Street) in Hanover. The maps are priceless and will clearly show you both the route and all bail-out options and side trips. You needn't bother carry the book everywhere, it weighs about a pound, or you can take turns if you like. But the maps are superb. If there's an EMS nearby in Manchester Center, you can get it there.
I'd highly recommend slacking Moosilauke SOBO, Jacko, like Lou and I just did. Much safer to go up Beaver Brook than down - the challenge of going up is fun rather than a knee-crushing, slick and treacherous descent. Descending the south size is not easy for the first stretch below the South Peak, but it's dryer and a bit less treacherous than Beaver Brook. Finally, right by Rt. 25 in Glencliff you do a pretty big ford - Oliverian Brook. I enjoyed doing it at the end of the day, getting my feet and legs wet up to the knee. Refreshing! It would be an annoying slow-down at the beginning of the day.
Also, on Moosilauke, if you get a nice day, absolutely pop up to South Peak from the Glencliff/Carriage Road split. A quick trip affording awesome views (pics from my May 5, 2012 hike):
South Peak from the summit:
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Vice Versa:
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Down over 2000' into Tunnel Brook Ravine and across to Mt. Clough:
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Ridge from Summit to East Peak - Mt. Washington is peeking around the end at right:
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Ended my hike in Pearisburg, VA. Did not get as far as I wanted (356 miles from Hot Springs, NC), but my dad is having open heart surgery. Hiker Mom is so kind and picking me up so I can catch a bus to Asheville, NC. I should get to meet Deer Hunter also. Met a lot of neat people out here. Probably be a week before I get home, but I will get pictures and a trip report together.
HikerMom is the best trail angel out there.....
Sent from a bar via brown ale...
Wise Old Owl
07-28-2013, 14:22
Bad day for Gnats - in my eyes - in my ears and one up the nose... what a pita!
Drybones
07-28-2013, 14:22
Ended my hike in Pearisburg, VA. Did not get as far as I wanted (356 miles from Hot Springs, NC), but my dad is having open heart surgery. Hiker Mom is so kind and picking me up so I can catch a bus to Asheville, NC. I should get to meet Deer Hunter also. Met a lot of neat people out here. Probably be a week before I get home, but I will get pictures and a trip report together.
Sorry to hear about your dad, hope all goes well. My hike ended at Pearisburg as well this year, I'll take it up again there this fall or in the spring.
Ended my hike in Pearisburg, VA. Did not get as far as I wanted (356 miles from Hot Springs, NC), but my dad is having open heart surgery. Hiker Mom is so kind and picking me up so I can catch a bus to Asheville, NC. I should get to meet Deer Hunter also. Met a lot of neat people out here. Probably be a week before I get home, but I will get pictures and a trip report together.
Glad you had a good hike, Astro. Hope your dad comes through well.
Glad you had a good hikeAstro. Hope your dad comes through well.
+1 Astro.
Catch you on my next trip to the USA.
Wise Old Owl
07-28-2013, 14:38
I hope everything works out OK Astro....
coach lou
07-28-2013, 14:55
+1 Astro.
Catch you on my next trip to the USA.
Would that be to visit you American grand kids?????;)
Would that be to visit you American grand kids?????;)
I would sincerely hope not, although Invisible would no doubt like to risk it several times before leaving the country.
I have pointed out he can't borrow my vasectomy....
I would sincerely hope not, although Invisible would no doubt like to risk it several times before leaving the country.
I have pointed out he can't borrow my vasectomy....
Looks like you picked a good day for a zero, Oz. Sorry I couldn't make it up to VT yesterday - I'm getting slammed at work. Gotta plow through it. I did get a local day hike in yesterday - Bear Mtn, which you'll remember. I thought there'd be blueberries, since y'all encountered a bounty on Race and Everett, but Bear's bushes were surprisingly unproductive. I guess the dry summer last year hit them harder there than on neighboring hills and they are taking an easy summer to recover. That was a disappointment, but the mountain was its usual rocky, beautiful self. Never tire of it - this was something like my 8th visit to it since 2006.
Funny thing is, I found it easier going yesterday, climbing 1600' total in 2.7 miles one way, than the two miles I did to meet you couple weeks ago in the almost-flats - the temperature and humidity make a huge difference. Speaking of which, I bet you're enjoying VT in that respect, usually a bit cooler + the weather's moderated. Probably a bit chilly in the morning!
View from the GSMNP at the jumpoff. 17 miles in 6 hours today. I almost stopped to smell the roses but couldn't find any.