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Yeah, a lot pf people think that by donating to one of the associations relating to law enforcement will keep them from getting tickets. I have news for them--when the governor of Texas orders them to issue more citations (to increase his treasure chest) they will give you a ticket regardless of what stupid sticker you have placed on your vehicle. Phone and mail scams have been with us for a long time. And will continue to be with us. However, with each increase in the price of gasoline, the donations will get smaller and smaller. People will still buy gas, but will cut back on donations and other expenditures first. fritz

Jerry, My church (a small rural Lutheran church) sounds much like your's. Many in the congregation make monthly donations, as their funds permit. Naturally, there are some wealthy members who give more than others. But we have always been at odds with the synod when they keep asking us for to send more for this or that "world relief". Mrs fritz got a little aggravated once when they asked us to support a group in Angola that was nothing but communists. So it goes with organized religion. I am not one of those who feel they can get their weekly dose of religion by watching a TV preacher or by attending a drive-in service. I am old fashioned in the way I worship. But I would not give $31 a week for a building project. Maybe $31 a month. Let's be realistic. It sounds like the church Tony attended was not made up of wealthy folks. And $31 a week is asking a lot. fritz

Yes, having to answer to as few people as possible is the way to go. But in the end, we are only going to have to answer to one. And you know who that is. Hang in there, and the best of luck to you. fritz

I could never work under a long chain of command as you do, Tony. I managed to get by for awhile with the chain of command thing (and the biases that go with it). I got out of the service without being court martialed, even though I never really kissed fundillo as some who wanted to advance did. Probably what helped me was the fact that I excelled in every class the AF sent me to. In a way, I felt like I had THEM by the balls. I quit a job without giving two weeks notice once because I was tired of being screwed by the company. It was my final answer to their treatment of me. Besides there were always better jobs out there, and I only worked for someone who took me for what I was. Piss on the rest. I guess that is why I have been self employed for the better part of my life. Ain't nobody can tell me when to get out of bed, when to report for work, or how much they are going to pay me. I work for myself, and when I need more money, I work harder. When I do not need the money, I do not work. Simple as that. But I worked my sieso off for so many years to get to this point in life, that I feel it is coming to me. I missed out on a lot of "quality family time" during the time I was doing everything I could to make a good living for my family. There was something in The Patriot today about the "quality time vs quantity time". A family needs both. The father who neglects one is going to be sorry for it someday. Luckily, we survived, and are doing very well for ourselves now. Moral of my little story (and you asked for it, Tony) is that you don't need to kiss sieso all your life. There comes a time when you have to make a decision and ask yourself--"Is it worth it?" fritz

I have several of them on sporterized large ring mausers. I got them for around $25 from RSI years ago. I like how "my friend" describes them in his Guide catalog--"A whopping 19 1/2" long". While that ain't long, it does make for a great carbine. Anybody read the latest issue of Guns Magazine? It has an article on the Mitchell's M63 Tanker carbine. Now that thing only has a 17.4" barrel in 8x57 cal. A real flame thrower. But supposed to be handy to shoot like the 1894 Win. Made new (supposedly) by Zastava in Yugoslavia. Only $495. fritz

I only got 5 out of 10. But the second or third one, he was easy to pick out. He looked like a killer. But then going in, I knew that they were going to throw in a few honest looking fellows too. And those threw me. You can't judge a book by its cover, or a man by his appearance. Me, on the other hand, would never be mistaken for the kind, gentle, loving person I am! fritz

You know, I ain't seen hide nor feather of an emu in years. There was a time when they were a valuable bird, for their meat, oil from their meat, and even their eggs were bringing as much as straw fees from a registered bull. Then came the crash. There was no market for them anymore. Some people had paid 2 grand for a breeding pair. Now I may not be the brightest cowboy in Texas, but by schitt will I pay more for a damned bird than a good bull. I guess that after all the breeders set them loose in the wild, the coyotes did the job on them. Unlike the feral pig, they do have natural enemies. Besides who would brag about shooting a big ugly bird? Not exactly like an African trophy. Jason, That's an interesting way to come up with a handle. I just got a new pup today, a lab cross, and I named him Duke. Not after the boys on TV (and they were on at night in prime time in my time) but because I had a good weimaraner dog named that years ago. He just looks like a duke. fritz

Getting the ammo is no problem, and I usually get it from Century. I just can't see paying more for shipping than what the ammo costs. Some obviously don't care about shipping costs, but I do. As to the crates, the shipping charges on the used crates would be more than I wanted to pay. So I made my own. Not real military crates, but a helluva lot cleaner and easier to store under the bed. I usually sleep over 3 cases of ammo and a loaded AK. I sleep well. fritz

Not living near a distributor of milsurp ammo, I made my own cases (which store under the bed with ease). Here is just one of many--- fritz

This was discussed before the boards went down, on that fateful day when we lost all our memory data. I am "fritz" (small f). The reason I chose this handle is because of two things-- 1) Because of my German heritage (fritz is commonly associated with Germans) 2) Because I usually work on things that are on the fritz (IE: not working properly) As to the emu (bird)--- They were, on one day, the business of the future. The next day, they were just a pile of dung, and nobody wanted them anymore. So they turned them out to pasture, as what must have been the case of your corn-feeder marauder. fritz

Where the schitt do you work? Do you need nannies there? I don't know what is going on here, I am as in the dark as anyone. But hang in there, the cavalry is on the way. We will bring out our big guns (as Custer should have) and win this battle in the long haul. Expect some casualties along the way--we have already lost some of our old members. And I don't need no smilie to go along with that statement. It's the cold hard facts. fritz

Tony, Please don't take it personal about my comments on this new server. I would, instead, like to thank you for all your time you are having to put forth on this matter. Damned, I hope we survive this. We have a lot to offer here. I have learned much here, and I was never intimidated or banned as on some sites. When you find a host that works, I will contribute. fritz

swamp thing By George, I think you nailed it! The slot may have been filed/cut too deeply. That would allow the lever to go past where it should stop, and bring the cam into play again. It is the cheap left-side mounted safeties that give me the fits. They usually don't fit as installed, and have to have some alteration done. They are easier to screw up than the Mk 11 safety. There is nothing wrong with the Mk 11, unless you feel uncomfortable about cutting that notch in the shroud. fritz

I hear you! I agree, it is a kid's toy and the tool of a businessman or elderly. Neither has it's place in the public restaurant or the theatre. I keep mine turned off and in the vehicle. I only carry it in casae I break down on the road and need to call for backup. I know some businessmen in the oil industry that are in our club (beer joint) and they have to constantly answer their damned cell phones. Most of them excuse themselves and go outside. That is being polite. Maybe even easier for them to conduct business in private (without all the bar talk). But they will always be there. It's the people that seem to constantly have a damned phone stuck up their ear wherever they go, that bother me. If they are so obsessed with the cell phone (not business talk) they have no place in the places I go to. I don't go to the theatre anymore, and only to a few select restaurants. I would not return to one that allowed such behaviour that Jason mentioned. Maybe someday they will pass the highway safety law that bans cell phone conversations while driving. It would make more sense than the assinine law on the books now about mandatory seat belt wearing. If you are on the road with fundillos with a phone stuck up their ear and on the road with folks not wearing seat belts--which would make you concerned more about YOUR safety? fritz

" IF IT'S IN CONFLICT WITH OUR LAWS" I can see a point being made that we are in THEIR country (with their laws). Or am I wrong? fritz

What the schitt is going on with this new server? I posted the thing about flight attendants, and got an error message. Then I tried to post again, and got a "page expired" message. I have a message for them--kiss my fundillo! What is going on? fritz

Some of these I can believe actually happened, just for fun-- All too rarely, airline attendants make an effort to make the in flight "safety lecture" and announcements a bit more entertaining. Here are some real examples that have been heard or reported: 1. On a Southwest flight (SW has no assigned seating, you just sit where you want) passengers were apparently having a hard time choosing, when a flight attendant announced, "People, people we're not picking out furniture here, find a seat and get in it!" 2. On a Continental Flight with a very "senior" flight attendant crew, the pilot said, "Ladies and gentlemen, we've reached cruising altitude and will be turning down the cabin lights. This is for your comfort and to enhance the appearance of your flight attendants." 3. On landing, the stewardess said, "Please be sure to take all of your belongings. If you're going to leave anything, please make sure it's something we'd like to have. 4. "There may be 50 ways to leave your lover, but there are only 4 ways out of this airplane" 5. "T hank you for flying Delta Business Express. We hope you enjoyed giving us the business as much as we enjoyed taking you for a ride." 6. As the plane landed and was coming to a stop at Ronald Reagan, a lone voice came over the loudspeaker: "Whoa, big fella. WHOA!" 7. After a particularly rough landing during thunderstorms in Memphis, a flight attendant on a Northwest flight announced, "Please take care when opening the overhead compartments because, after a landing like that, sure as hell everything has shifted." 8. From a Southwest Airlines employee: "Welcome aboard Southwest Flight 245 to Tampa.. To operate your seat belt, insert the metal tab into the buckle, and pull tight. It works just like every other seat belt; and, if you don't know how to operate one, you probably shouldn't be out in public unsupervised." 9. "In the event of a sudden loss of cabin pressure, masks will descend from the ceiling. Stop screaming, grab the mask, and pull it over your face. If you have a small child traveling with you, secure your mask before assisting with theirs. If you are traveling with more than one small child, pick your favorite." 10. "Weather at our destination is 50 degrees with some broken clouds, but we'll try to have them fixed before we arrive. Thank you, and remember, nobody loves you, or your money, more than Southwest Airlines." 11. "Your seat cushions can be used for flotation; and, in the event of an emergency water landing, please paddle to shore and take them with our compliments." 12. "As you exit the plane, make sure to gather all of your belongings. Anything left behind will be distributed evenly among the flight attendants. Please do not leave children or spouses." 13. And from the pilot during his welcome message: "Delta Airlines is pleased to have some of the best flight attendants in the industry. Unfortunately, none of them are on this flight!" 14. Heard on Southwest Airlines just after a very hard landing in Salt Lake City the flight attendant came on the intercom and said, "That was quite a bump, and I know what y'all are thinking. I'm here to tell you it wasn't the airline's fault, it wasn't the pilot's fault, it wasn't the flight attendant's fault, it was the asphalt." 15. Overheard on an American Airlines flight into Amarillo, Texas, on a particularly windy and bumpy day: During the final approach, the Captain was really having to fight it. After an extremely hard landing, the Flight Attendant said, "Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to Amarillo. Please remain in your seats with your seat belts fastened while the Captain taxis what's left of our airplane to the gate!" 16. Another flight attendant's comment on a less than perfect landing: "We ask you to please remain seated as Captain Kangaroo bounces us to the terminal." 17. An airline pilot wrote that on this particular flight he had hammered his ship into the runway really hard. The airline had a policy which required the first officer to stand at the door while the Passengers exited, smile, and give them a "Thanks for flying our airline." He said that, in light of his bad landing, he had a hard time looking the passengers in the eye, thinking that someone would have a smart comment. Finally everyone had gotten off except for a little old lady walking with a cane. She said, "Sir, do you mind if I ask you a question?" "Why, no, Ma'am," said the pilot. "What is it?" The little old lady said, "Did we land, or were we shot down?" fritz

Some of these I can believe actually happened, just for fun-- All too rarely, airline attendants make an effort to make the in flight "safety lecture" and announcements a bit more entertaining. Here are some real examples that have been heard or reported: 1. On a Southwest flight (SW has no assigned seating, you just sit where you want) passengers were apparently having a hard time choosing, when a flight attendant announced, "People, people we're not picking out furniture here, find a seat and get in it!" 2. On a Continental Flight with a very "senior" flight attendant crew, the pilot said, "Ladies and gentlemen, we've reached cruising altitude and will be turning down the cabin lights. This is for your comfort and to enhance the appearance of your flight attendants." 3. On landing, the stewardess said, "Please be sure to take all of your belongings. If you're going to leave anything, please make sure it's something we'd like to have. 4. "There may be 50 ways to leave your lover, but there are only 4 ways out of this airplane" 5. "T hank you for flying Delta Business Express. We hope you enjoyed giving us the business as much as we enjoyed taking you for a ride." 6. As the plane landed and was coming to a stop at Ronald Reagan, a lone voice came over the loudspeaker: "Whoa, big fella. WHOA!" 7. After a particularly rough landing during thunderstorms in Memphis, a flight attendant on a Northwest flight announced, "Please take care when opening the overhead compartments because, after a landing like that, sure as hell everything has shifted." 8. From a Southwest Airlines employee: "Welcome aboard Southwest Flight 245 to Tampa.. To operate your seat belt, insert the metal tab into the buckle, and pull tight. It works just like every other seat belt; and, if you don't know how to operate one, you probably shouldn't be out in public unsupervised." 9. "In the event of a sudden loss of cabin pressure, masks will descend from the ceiling. Stop screaming, grab the mask, and pull it over your face. If you have a small child traveling with you, secure your mask before assisting with theirs. If you are traveling with more than one small child, pick your favorite." 10. "Weather at our destination is 50 degrees with some broken clouds, but we'll try to have them fixed before we arrive. Thank you, and remember, nobody loves you, or your money, more than Southwest Airlines." 11. "Your seat cushions can be used for flotation; and, in the event of an emergency water landing, please paddle to shore and take them with our compliments." 12. "As you exit the plane, make sure to gather all of your belongings. Anything left behind will be distributed evenly among the flight attendants. Please do not leave children or spouses." 13. And from the pilot during his welcome message: "Delta Airlines is pleased to have some of the best flight attendants in the industry. Unfortunately, none of them are on this flight!" 14. Heard on Southwest Airlines just after a very hard landing in Salt Lake City the flight attendant came on the intercom and said, "That was quite a bump, and I know what y'all are thinking. I'm here to tell you it wasn't the airline's fault, it wasn't the pilot's fault, it wasn't the flight attendant's fault, it was the asphalt." 15. Overheard on an American Airlines flight into Amarillo, Texas, on a particularly windy and bumpy day: During the final approach, the Captain was really having to fight it. After an extremely hard landing, the Flight Attendant said, "Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to Amarillo. Please remain in your seats with your seat belts fastened while the Captain taxis what's left of our airplane to the gate!" 16. Another flight attendant's comment on a less than perfect landing: "We ask you to please remain seated as Captain Kangaroo bounces us to the terminal." 17. An airline pilot wrote that on this particular flight he had hammered his ship into the runway really hard. The airline had a policy which required the first officer to stand at the door while the Passengers exited, smile, and give them a "Thanks for flying our airline." He said that, in light of his bad landing, he had a hard time looking the passengers in the eye, thinking that someone would have a smart comment. Finally everyone had gotten off except for a little old lady walking with a cane. She said, "Sir, do you mind if I ask you a question?" "Why, no, Ma'am," said the pilot. "What is it?" The little old lady said, "Did we land, or were we shot down?" There appears to be an error with the database. You can try to refresh the page by clicking here. Error Returned mySQL query error: SELECT * FROM mfrc_skin_sets WHERE set_skin_set_id=2 mySQL error: Out of memory (Needed 21136 bytes) mySQL error code: Date: Wednesday 10th of August 2005 02:57:07 AM fritz

Click on the link to take the test-- http://www.malevole.com/mv/misc/killerquiz/ fritz

"Well, unless farmers take matters in their own hands which I think they will. " I think they will. No matter how well meaning a state game commission is, they are not out there every day seeing the damage (and suffering the financial loss) of depradation of crops. Here in Texas, we have (or at least used to have while I was farming) a law that said a farmer could kill a game animal such as deer, if they were destroying his crops. No matter if there was a season or not. You were supposed to call the game warden before going out at night (the best time to get them in the act). But I doubt if the local warden would appreciate a phone call every night around 3 AM, awakening him from sleep to hear me tell him that I was going out and killing some deer in my corn field. I did what was necessary at the time. I was a young farmer and having a hard time making ends meet with even a good crop, much less a damaged crop. I found that a 12 guage with 00 buck did a great job at short range! But the law said that a farmer must not use the animal for his own use (eat). So a lot of deer were left for the zoepilotes. Another stupid law of the game and fish commission people! fritz

I agree with riceone And if you fellows persist in pursuing this schitt, take it to the "Them Are Fightin' Words" forum. I belongs there by now! fritz

Tony, I was referring to a post by one of the members several months ago, about feral hogs becoming a problem in Iowa. The Iowa game people had decided not to allow hunting them, for fear of shooting each other (or a turkey). Instead, they had come to the idea of letting them do the work. They had the assinine attitude that THEY could take care of the problem better than hunters. If I was a corn farmer in Iowa, I would be upset about that approach. There are so many corn fields in Iowa, that feral hogs could do a lot of damage. But as I said at the time, it may just help shore-up corn prices for the rest of us in the corn producing states. I remember a big corn farmer here once saying "The only time we get a decent price for our S. Texas corn is when Iowa suffers a drought" 'nuff said. fritz

They're Called 'Californians': "Scientists Puzzled Over Oddities Along Pacific Coast" --CNN.com submitted by fritz

Sounds reasonable about allowing rifles to hunt deer. We do it all the time. What about that assinine approach by the Iowa game people about your feral hog problem? Are don't you have a problem with them yet? If you don't now, you will later! fritz

You have to rough up the surface before applying Acraglas. Just as you have to do with wood stocks. Since many of the synthetic stocks are already fitted to the action, it is sometimes hard to remember to do that. fritz