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Literally no one ever said we evolved from twigs :lol:

But I’ve never understand the religion-based violent opposition to things like evolution. Is it not possible in your world that God designed and facilitated evolution? If humans did evolve modern human existence would’ve started in earnest with one man and one woman… maybe their names were Adam and Eve.
If you’re gonna be a douche about something like this you’d better damn sure not have any mention of Easter bunny or hiding eggs around your house.

Cause then you go from douche to douchy hypocrite real fast

re: Westlake Explosion

Posted by Fatty Magoo on 12/18/24 at 9:56 am to
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Just a "little" explosion. Nothing to see here.

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Posted by Fatty Magoo on 9/16/24 at 10:16 pm to
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Any hints on where downtown


On Main Street. Where the Jambalaya Shop used to be.
Word on the street is that a new one is opening downtown BR next month

Stay tuned…
I mean… you live in a bowl you have to be prepared for this, right?

Or apparently can just melt down waiting for the government to save you and then go on OT to complain about it
Other than stock price BS, does anyone have any actual news from the field? I assume/hope the fire has to be out by now
What exactly do you love about Pete Davison

Easy bank/dock fishing near BR

Posted by Fatty Magoo on 7/8/23 at 4:38 pm
Looking for some easy weekend fishing within driving distance of BR. I have some cheap poles and tackle but no boat or other equipment.

Any suggestions?

Definitely would be down with renting a cabin or something for the weekend. Thanks in advance!

Links to prior threads would be awesome.

Fire at Galveston Refinery

Posted by Fatty Magoo on 5/15/23 at 3:13 pm
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Hope all made it out safely

ETA: According to the updated article, there was a fatality. Sincerest thoughts and prayers to the family and coworkers.

Be safe out there, baws
I stayed once at the El Dorado seaside suites (the adults only version, next door to the Royale)

This was nearly 10 years ago, but based on my experience, 10/10 would recommend. I’ve been to 5 AIs and this was my favorite (although not my wife’s fave). I feel like there were at least two night shows but I mostly hung at the bar. The food was incredible.

Be warned the drive to Playa is long (it’s actually a little past playa). And would highly recommend you go see some Mayan ruins while you’re there, Tulum has lots. Since you’re already south you can book a trip to see 2-4 in a day. Do not waste time going to Chichenitza

re: Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge Recs?

Posted by Fatty Magoo on 3/27/23 at 1:53 pm to
Hillbilly Golf. Pancake Pantry.

Large Cabins in near TX/LA

Posted by Fatty Magoo on 12/26/22 at 5:47 pm
Trying to find a new family getaway spot somewhat between Dallas and New Orleans with 6 bedrooms. Tired of doing family getaways at each other’s houses but he we have a larger family.

I see that Toledo Bend state park has some rentals and there are a few VRBO’s around but all are smaller than I’d like.

Anyone have any recommendations that would fit the bill?
Mocca Master is a primo drip coffee machine. 10/10 would recommend
Strange Brew makes a decent cup of coffee
I wonder if it was the same lady that rushed the stage at Louis CKs last show in NOLA before spankgate
Be ready when that thing gets there. They’ll drop it where you want it but once it’s down it’s down. The thing has got to weight 300+ lbs. Then once you assemble it, you’ve got to get where it is gonna live, and this time you won’t have the pallet Jack.

Awesome smoker selection though, enjoy. I have very few complaints about mine.
I have one - love it.

The "exterior" temperature is probably not 100% accurate, but it is definitely close.

My only issue is the connection range. inside of a steel smoker, I have to be within 4-5 feet to be able to pick up signal. I have an old ipad that I use for cloud transmission, and I think the larger models have a wifi repeater built in to the wooden base.


The cost is also a little aggressive, but if that doesn't bother you then yeah go for it. Definitely read the instructions!!
As others have said: Max 2 or 3 tastings in a day.

On our 2-a-day tours, we just had a chill morning and a break before dinner. On 3-a-days it honestly got close to feeling rushed just getting between places (as rushed as you can be while relaxing and drinking delicious wine in gorgeous surroundings) but never had anybody try to rush us out of any property.

Anything worth getting in for tasting on-property is most likely going to require a reservation - but you can always call around day-of and see if there are cancellations. For spurious walk-in action, there a lot of tasting rooms (bars), especially in Napa proper, where you can taste a ton of wines. If you are in downtown Napa, you won't have any problem killing time. Same is true in most cities, but depends on how much you're in to sight seeing.

Don't try to bring food in (unless you pre-arrange that it's okay) but you can eat at a restaurant between stops, or carry a picnic lunch with you. Hit up the Cal-Mart in calistoga for easy and delicious picnic lunch options.

If you have a solid day or (maybe even half day if you hurry) a drive up the coast is definitely a trip worth making. Can hit the redwoods while you're up there.

Food options/recommendations will vary drastically depending on where you are that day, and/or where your home base is. Reservations at a lot of places aren't necessarily required, as long as you're flexible on what time you eat and how long you're okay with waiting. But booking a reservation really just helps to plan out the day.

Food recs are also going to vary pretty highly depending on your price point. Model bakery is definitely a good breakfast option, but if you're in or near Yountville, Bouchon Bakery is legitimately amazing. As close as I have ever gotten to proper French Pastry without going to Paris. We didn't try it until near the end of our trip and I was mad at myself for not getting to eat it for every previous breakfast.

Not sure how much time you have before your trip or if you have any flexibility, but if you have the means, I would HIGHLY recommend getting a private tour/driver to take you to wineries. It eases the driving burden (uber is hit or miss, depending on where you are) and the good drivers will line up tours at boutique wineries that you otherwise would never even find. As I was told when I was there - you're not very likely to hit a checkpoint, but if you swerve or blow a stop sign or have your phone in your hand, you WILL get pulled over and your purple teeth will be a dead giveaway.

Most of all - do what you want! It's a beautiful place with great food, great juice, and nice people.