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3 years ago

Originally Posted by discrat

Hey just getting ready to fly out in a few hours. And I know some of you said you would be alone during the Holidays. So I decided to make this Thread as kind of a Fellowship of sorts. Where people can come in and talk about anything related to the Holidays ( or anything for that matter), how they are doing, shoot the shit etc...etc...

I will try to post as much as possible but will only have access to my phone so I might be limited ( I can't stand it because my fingers are too big for the keypad to type)

Anyway, everyone have a safe and Happy Holidays !!

Robert

So where are you flying too. I suppose anywhere outside TX can be viewed as a vacation.

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discrat 3 years ago

East Tennessee
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- lanfear63 3 years ago
  
  Originally Posted by discrat
  
  East Tennessee
  
  Hmmm, relatives I take it?
  
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  Originally Posted by lanfear63
  
  Hmmm, relatives I take it?
  
  Yeah my Mum and some childhood friends
  
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- tagiscom 3 years ago
  
  Originally Posted by discrat
  
  East Tennessee
  
  Going to visit some Whisky distilleries?
  
  Don't forget Claudes cats, (they demand their yearly catnip box of alcoholic chocolates, even though Claude usually gets to them first).
  
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3 years ago

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all Warriors! Wish success for all of you guys!

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  Merry X mas to all my Warrior friends
  
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laurencewins

3 years ago

Robert, do as I do and use a stylus for typing on your phone

OR get a phone with bigger numbered keys.

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discrat

3 years ago

Originally Posted by laurencewins

Robert, do as I do and use a stylus for typing on your phone

Stylus ? Is that something I need to ask Santa for one of those ??

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laurencewins

3 years ago

Originally Posted by discrat

Stylus ? Is that something I need to ask Santa for one of those ??

Don't you know what a stylus is? You can get them from any cheap discount store. Almost looks like a pen but shorter with a rubber tip for pressing the buttons.

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discrat

3 years ago

Ughh....Fours hours of Xmas shopping. Don't know how people do it

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lanfear63

3 years ago

Originally Posted by discrat

Ughh....Fours hours of Xmas shopping. Don't know how people do it

Yep, Christmas shopping is even worst when on all fours.

That's why Claude drives everywhere.

So, a Chinese buffet with friend, daughter and kids yesterday, Xmas dinner buffet, not really. Got the kids some presents. Another dinner on Thursday, that will be my social activity this year.

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Dan Riffle

3 years ago

Originally Posted by lanfear63

Yep, Christmas shopping is even worst when on all fours.

That's why Claude drives everywhere.

So, a Chinese buffet with friend, daughter and kids yesterday, Xmas dinner buffet, not really. Got the kids some presents. Another dinner on Thursday, that will be my social activity this year.

Being an older Englishman, do you attend all holiday events in a top hat and monocle?

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lanfear63

3 years ago

Originally Posted by Dan Riffle

Being an older Englishman, do you attend all holiday events in a top hat and monocle?

You think I have a Monopoly on this? I usually just wear a suit and a Bowler Hat and carry an umbrella and a copy of the Times. I was never Harry Stocracy.

Wondering what Xmas day will be like in the Riffle household this year. There you are son, an Xbox, Daddy just wants to borrow it indefinitely for a while.

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Dan Riffle

3 years ago

Originally Posted by lanfear63

Wondering what Xmas day will be like in the Riffle household this year. There you are son, an Xbox, Daddy just wants to borrow it indefinitely for a while.

Meh. I haven't been much of a gamer for about 15 years. However, it's funny you mentioned video games. Along with numerous books, STEM toys, and an annual pass to a local jump park, the boy is getting one of these:

https://www.iircade.com/collections/...32096704004185

Dad might check it out, too.

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lanfear63

3 years ago

Originally Posted by Dan Riffle

Meh. I haven't been much of a gamer for about 15 years. However, it's funny you mentioned video games. Along with numerous books, STEM toys, and an annual pass to a local jump park, the boy is getting one of these:

https://www.iircade.com/collections/...32096704004185

Dad might check it out, too.

Great stuff. Yes, dad might use it too, quite a lot. lol.

I got my now ex wife a tabletop version years ago, that she could put her Ipad into, for a present. (thought it a novel Idea) Then she could play all the old Atari video games. Well, unfortunately, they were not free and she never used it.

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laurencewins

3 years ago

There won't be anything under my invisible tree, and hasn't been for many years.
These days, the only thing that would really come in handy is some well-paid work to bring in the $$. Mind you, all donations gleefully accepted too.

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lanfear63

3 years ago

Originally Posted by laurencewins

There won't be anything under my invisible tree, and hasn't been for many years.
These days, the only thing that would really come in handy is some well-paid work to bring in the $$. Mind you, all donations gleefully accepted too.

I could get Dan to go over there and sit under a Christmas tree if you got one, he would fit.

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3 years ago

Originally Posted by laurencewins

There won't be anything under my invisible tree, and hasn't been for many years.
These days, the only thing that would really come in handy is some well-paid work to bring in the $$. Mind you, all donations gleefully accepted too.

Hey Laurence iam a little strapped right now with Xmas expenses. But what is your PayPal address and I will send a little Xmas bonus

Matter of fact why don't we get more people in here to give to make Laurence have a cool Xmas. No pressure of course

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laurencewins

3 years ago

It's not my religion anyway but I have not had a tree for around 40-45 years. Having a riffle mopping up the dust doesn't sound ideal anyway.

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lanfear63 3 years ago

Originally Posted by laurencewins

It's not my religion anyway but I have not had a tree for around 40-45 years. Having a riffle mopping up the dust doesn't sound ideal anyway.

At least it would mean he had some usefulness.
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Originally Posted by laurencewins

It's not my religion anyway but I have not had a tree for around 40-45 years. Having a riffle mopping up the dust doesn't sound ideal anyway.

That's not fair. You would get used to the smell eventually. We all do.
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  That's not fair. You would get used to the smell eventually. We all do.
  
  Be fair Claude, you're impervious due to many years flying around on vacuum cleaners. I suspect you couldn't even smell the farts my dad let rip 2 weeks ago.
  
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Kay King

3 years ago

My son and d-in-law are leaving at 4 AM to make a 7 am plane to colorado. They'll spend a week there and I'll hunker down and relax at home with the dogs (2) and the cats (2).

Headed to the horse farm tomorrow with pounds of 'christmas carrots' - and boxes of dog biscuits for the 8 farm dogs there. The animals know I'm a pushover for treats - so dogs will meet me as I park the car and several horses will be waiting at the gate.

Sadly - no snow for christmas here this year.

Happy Christmas peeps.

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3 years ago

WF seems to be glitchy today - can't moderate - can't post....maybe I'll take the week off....

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Happy Holidays everyone!! Having just recovered from breakthrough Covid relatively unscathed, my Christmas present to myself is humily/gratitude/and being more in the moment appreciating what I do have instead of what I don't have.

God Bless everyone!

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discrat

3 years ago

Had a great one on one dinner with my Mom at a local steak house called the Chop House in Knoxville

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lanfear63 3 years ago

Originally Posted by discrat

Had a great one on one dinner with my Mom at a local steak house called the Chop House in Knoxville

All was going well until she embarrassed you by insisting on cutting up your steak for you.

On a scale of one to ten, how was the steak?
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  Originally Posted by lanfear63
  
  All was going well until she embarrassed you by insisting on cutting up your steak for you.
  
  On a scale of one to ten, how was the steak?
  
  Easy 9 out of 10. Of course that was after she cut up my pieces for me
  
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Kay King

3 years ago

I decided to stop in the grocery on my way home from the farm today....not one of my wiser decisions.

I was able to get what I needed/wanted but no more shopping for anything till next week....it is WAY too peopley out there.

Like your idea discrat - if laurence will cooperate

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Princess Balestra

3 years ago

The very best festive events demand a top hat an' a monocle ... an' only a top hat an' a monocle.

The only drawback you gaht is makin' sure your monocle don't fall off.

Mebbe I should draw up a Monocle Grippin' Strategies hot sheet.

Anyways, here is my festive greetin' to evrywan ...

I so love those delightful Victorian Christmas cards!

It is naht so long ago that all who wished to convey the cheeriest of seasonal greetings to friends an' fam an' pets would proffer to their loved ones *a card*.

An' if you take a look back to the Christmas cards of Yulesely delish Yoore, you will discovah always evocative imagry to make you smile.

Cheery Santas, reindeah fulla crazy stuff, streets alive with snow like the angels mislaid their buff stuffs directly above your home.

So you would write out your personal messages with these backdrops as illoominatory horizons -- sum schmucky winter scene or cheery lookin' robin to best accompany your invitation to question WHY AM I STILL ON HER LIST, THE DITZ?

Yeah, but also your heart circle would figure all the doodles & stoopid stuff.

(If'n you ain't drawn a dick on a Santa an' mailed it to your bestie, prolly nowan evah gonna love your ass.)

But as we shimmy between the digitally possible and the selectively permissible, don't you miss lickin' your tongue along the sweetest evah flaps of an IRL envelope?

"Seal my message,

keep it sweet.

When 'tis Christmas,

may it greet."

Tellya, I forgottun how mosta that actschwl glue stuff even tastes.

But I so love dowin' that.

ecards are supah swanky an' convenient,

but far as the festive lickability is concerned,

I see now I been way too lenient.

Uh huh, that is the best I can do for plantin' a srs MWAH on evrywan here as part of my all-consoomin' bonhomie.

So I raise a glass to you all, an' even as a prostrate Yoga gal prolly gonna spill it on her tits, I would hope my loft of spirit is sufficient for you to wanna join me in relaxin' for the holiday season.

It is our natchrl way when we jus' wanna smoochie on up.

Sealed greetings. Open hearts.

No perhaps. Jus' lick the flaps.

Send. Blend. Wenceslasery w/o end.

Las' meet-up

before a bright noo year

starts.

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Yep, Christmas shopping is even worst when on all fours.

For sure it is one of the few activities don't benefit from such an arrangement of limbs, but I know you a big tech fan, Fearo, so what about this dinky Christmas gift ...

https://www.theguardian.com/world/20...-food-flavours

Here is a sense-bustin' tech miracle demands the full pooch stance.

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Dan Riffle

3 years ago

Originally Posted by Princess Balestra

For sure it is one of the few activities don't benefit from such an arrangement of limbs, but I know you a big tech fan, Fearo, so what about this dinky Christmas gift ...

https://www.theguardian.com/world/20...-food-flavours

Mark does that with his regular TV.

And bus windows, btw.

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lanfear63 3 years ago

Originally Posted by Dan Riffle

Mark does that with his regular TV.

And bus windows, btw.

Is there a KFC channel. If so, I know someone who might like that.
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  Is there a KFC channel. If so, I know someone who might like that.
  
  Your remark didn't bother me....the fact that Riffle thought it was funny makes me very angry though.
  
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  Your remark didn't bother me....the fact that Riffle thought it was funny makes me very angry though.
  
  Good Day Sir....I said Good Day!
  
  "I don't Care, I Love It".
  
  Australian KFC, very annoying jingle, or should l say tingle?
  
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  Is there a KFC channel. If so, I know someone who might like that.
  
  I am more concerned about the new, "Cute, Furry Creature, and Bondage Channel" or give a hamster a whip and see what happens!
  
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  I am more concerned about the new, "Cute, Furry Creature, and Bondage Channel" or give a hamster a whip and see what happens!
  
  What the hell are you talking about, Shane ? lol
  
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  Originally Posted by discrat
  
  What the hell are you talking about, Shane ? lol
  
  Just staying positive, after watching the recent Christmas address, which was reeking of goodwill to all men, and a long and healthy life.
  
  PS l live in Au, so naturally am hanging out for the Queens address, (at least l can count on her to remain civilized).
  
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Dan Riffle

3 years ago

Merry Christmas, you filthy animals.

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Originally Posted by Dan Riffle

Merry Christmas, you filthy animals.

This is the longest running gag l have ever seen.
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  This is the longest running gag l have ever seen.
  
  True fact: The WF O/T inspired the new upcoming movie: "Disgusting Beasts And Where To Find Them"
  
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laurencewins

3 years ago

I had PC issues so haven't been in for a few days. I saw the PayPal comment but it's now past Christmas. I certainly didn't want to sound like a beggar BUT seeing both Robert and Kay have asked, it's lpollwade@bigpond.com
But it's not necessary.

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3 years ago

Originally Posted by laurencewins

I had PC issues so haven't been in for a few days. I saw the PayPal comment but it's now past Christmas. I certainly didn't want to sound like a beggar BUT seeing both Robert and Kay have asked, it's lpollwade@bigpond.com
But it's not necessary.

You're not a beggar at all, Laurence. I have been helped so many times in my Life it's always good to pay it
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3 years ago

Originally Posted by laurencewins

I had PC issues so haven't been in for a few days. I saw the PayPal comment but it's now past Christmas. I certainly didn't want to sound like a beggar BUT seeing both Robert and Kay have asked, it's lpollwade@bigpond.com
But it's not necessary.

Sent something Laurence, hope it helps.

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Kay King

3 years ago

I had PC issues so haven't been in for a few days. I saw the PayPal comment but it's now past Christmas. I certainly didn't want to sound like a beggar BUT seeing both Robert and Kay have asked, it's lpollwade@bigpond.com
But it's not necessary.

Laurence - you are one of the most polite and respectful members we have here.... In spite of the obstacles you face in life you are always polite and uncomplaining. I know you are a dedicated freelance writer and editor and that you work on an old computer.

Sending a bit your way and hope you can at least upgrade your system soon.

kay

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laurencewins

3 years ago

Thank you very much for the compliment, Kay. I wasn't sure until now, but I thought that was from you so thank you very much for your kindness. It's very much appreciated.

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laurencewins

3 years ago

Thanks Shane, and I replied in your forum, but am now taking a break...TV and rest time for me.

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erwinlagu

3 years ago

Happy new year 2022. I post this article on December 31, 2021. Yeah in a few hours or even a few minutes, We will celebrate the new year in our country.

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Dan Riffle

3 years ago

Happy New Years, Warriors.

Be safe out there tonight.

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3 years ago

Happy New Years everybody !

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discrat

3 years ago

What's everyone doing today/tonight? We are fixing to order up a slew of our favorite hot wings for lunch along with some chips and salsa and a pizza. Watch the games and later sip on some vodka tonics as well as crown royal (apple) to ring in the new year. And we will just be chilling at home.

How bout you guys ?

Anyway , please be safe and remember just do not drink and drive

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3 years ago

Originally Posted by discrat

What's everyone doing today/tonight? We are fixing to order up a slew of our favorite hot wings for lunch along with some chips and salsa and a pizza. Watch the games and later sip on some vodka tonics as well as crown royal (apple) to ring in the new year. And we will just be chilling at home.

How bout you guys ?

Anyway , please be safe and remember just do not drink and drive

We're going to a friend's house for our annual New Year's Eve party. We skipped last year.

Just an evening of poker, football, and excessive amounts of artichoke dip and cowboy caviar. I'll have a couple beers followed by a glass of champagne as the ball drops.

It's funny. This party used to not end until breakfast or lunch on New Year's Day. Now, everybody gets kicked out at 1am. And we're happy to oblige.

Getting old sucks, but I don't miss the hangover.

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3 years ago

Originally Posted by Dan Riffle

We're going to a friend's house for our annual New Year's Eve party. We skipped last year.

Just an evening of poker, football, and excessive amounts of artichoke dip and cowboy caviar. I'll have a couple beers followed by a glass of champagne as the ball drops.

It's funny. This party used to not end until breakfast or lunch on New Year's Day. Now, everybody gets kicked out at 1am. And we're happy to oblige.

Getting old sucks, but I don't miss the hangover .

So true. I'm on my second devils backbone as I speak. Will stop after this and probably wait and have a couple of vodka tonics around 8 or 9. Just slow sips with a light buzz.

Big game tomorrow for the Rose bowl. I am sure you are looking forward to that

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Dan Riffle

3 years ago

Originally Posted by discrat

Big game tomorrow for the Rose bowl. I am sure you are looking forward to that

It's hard to get excited for a non-Championship game. The Rose Bowl has become a glorified scrimmage and that's a sad comment on the current state of college football.

Don't get me wrong. I'll watch. It could go either way considering all the opt-outs the Bucks have.

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3 years ago

Originally Posted by Dan Riffle

It's hard to get excited for a non-Championship game. The Rose Bowl has become a glorified scrimmage and that's a sad comment on the current state of college football.

Don't get me wrong. I'll watch. It could go either way considering all the opt-outs the Bucks have.

It's pride , young man. Maybe I was mistaken but I thought OSU was your alma mater ?

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Dan Riffle 3 years ago

Originally Posted by discrat

It's pride , young man. Maybe I was mistaken but I thought OSU was your alma mater ?

It's hard to be prideful playing Utah in January.

I'm not an OSU alumnus. I was accepted, but went somewhere closer to home. My dad died during my senor year and I wanted to be close to home in case my mother needed something or something happened to her.

Had I gone to OSU, I'd probably be a 23rd year senior.
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DWolfe

3 years ago

Originally Posted by Dan Riffle

It's hard to get excited for a non-Championship game. The Rose Bowl has become a glorified scrimmage and that's a sad comment on the current state of college football.

Don't get me wrong. I'll watch. It could go either way considering all the opt-outs the Bucks have.

That was a great finish for the Buckeyes. Watch the beginning first half thought they were never coming back.. Great plays by the offense Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Stoudt, Harrison were the stars. Hope Utah's quarterback Cameron Rising is doing better today. Head injuries are very serious !

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Dan Riffle

3 years ago

Originally Posted by DWolfe

That was a great finish for the Buckeyes. Watch the beginning first half thought they were never coming back.. Great plays by the offense Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Stoudt, Harrison were the stars. Hope Utah's quarterback Cameron Rising is doing better today. Head injuries are very serious !

That game took 3 years off my life and the game didn't even matter.

JSN broke so many season, game, and Bowl records yesterday, it was crazy.

Stroud still doesn't have my full trust but I think it's due to his insistence on not running the ball. He might have the best deep ball I've ever seen, though.

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lanfear63

3 years ago

Originally Posted by Dan Riffle

We're going to a friend's house for our annual New Year's Eve party. We skipped last year.

Just an evening of poker, football, and excessive amounts of artichoke dip and cowboy caviar. I'll have a couple beers followed by a glass of champagne as the ball drops.

It's funny. This party used to not end until breakfast or lunch on New Year's Day. Now, everybody gets kicked out at 1am. And we're happy to oblige.

Getting old sucks, but I don't miss the hangover.

Happy new year to you all, and Dan, good to be able to celebrate that your balls are finally going to drop.

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Claude Whitacre

3 years ago

Originally Posted by discrat

What's everyone doing today/tonight? We are fixing to order up a slew of our favorite hot wings for lunch along with some chips and salsa and a pizza. Watch the games and later sip on some vodka tonics as well as crown royal (apple) to ring in the new year. And we will just be chilling at home.

How bout you guys ?

Anyway , please be safe and remember just do not drink and drive

Tonight? Probably read...maybe watch a few Doctor Who episodes I recorded.

As an old person (and their official spokesperson) we don't really do anything on New Years Eve,

In fact, I'd forget it's even a holiday if it wasn't for not working tomorrow.

I'm glad you guys are going to have fun. We have fun just puttering around.

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discrat

3 years ago

Originally Posted by Claude Whitacre

Tonight? Probably read...maybe watch a few Doctor Who episodes I recorded.

As an old person (and their official spokesperson) we don't really do anything on New Years Eve,

In fact, I'd forget it's even a holiday if it wasn't for not working tomorrow.

I'm glad you guys are going to have fun. We have fun just puttering around.

Nothing wrong with a little puttering. Beats having a throbbing headache tomorrow