Favorite team:New Orleans Saints 
Location:Harahan LA
Biography:US Air Force veteran (proudly served our country)...32 year career with Sears as service techncian
Interests:travel, gardening, cooking, church volunteer
Occupation:Retired
Number of Posts:178
Registered on:2/5/2022
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re: Jamaica all inclusive with kids

Posted by Harahan Boy on 3/5/24 at 10:35 am
We went to Jamaica once for a trip. We were constantly hounded everywhere by the locals trying to sell us cheap trinkets. They didn't understand "No thank you". We'll never go to Jamaica again. ...
I remember my mom talking with the Fuller Brush salesman. I was amazed at the big selection of brushes in his suitcase. He had a brush for every need....

re: 70 miles in 20 minutes

Posted by Harahan Boy on 1/24/24 at 6:27 pm
I hope he has his insurance policy in a easily accessible place for his beneficiaries....

re: Replacement windows for Home

Posted by Harahan Boy on 1/19/24 at 7:52 pm
eatpie, thank you for the feedback. This is something to consider when evaluating BBB recommendations....

re: NOLA in mid-March

Posted by Harahan Boy on 1/19/24 at 6:12 pm
Be very careful in New Orleans. Be aware of your surroundings. Be careful where you park. Watch everyone closely who is near you. This happened today. Sadly things like this happened daily in the city. Not only New Orleans but most cities in the USA. https://www.fox8live.com/2024/01/19/houston-...
There's a simple solution to this nonsense. I mute the TV volume and read a newspaper article until it's finished. ...
[quote] Harahan. The place where time stood still.[/quote] We have a nice safe community here. There's a lot to do and many good restaurants to enjoy with a very low crime rate. I never go to New Orleans. EDITED ADDITION: This happened today in New Orleans. This is why I don't go into the cit...
[quote]There has to be some negative long term effects to the big O that no one is talking about. [/quote] Could you please elaborate a little? Thank you....
I strain the day old soaking water and rinse and drain again. Then add fresh water and soak longer if you need to. ...

Ozempic medication to lose weight

Posted by Harahan Boy on 1/18/24 at 4:11 pm
I have a friend whose doctor prescribed Ozempic to lose weight. She has lost 60 pounds to date with 20 more pounds to lose. She is feeling much better. She was prediabetic and her doctor took her off her diabetes medicine since her Glucose and A1c lab are now totally normal. Has anyone used Ozempic...

re: Replacement windows for Home

Posted by Harahan Boy on 1/18/24 at 11:57 am
Acadian Windows has a perfect BBB rating of 5 stars. https://www.bbb.org/us/la/destrehan/profile/windows/acadian-windows-siding-llc-0985-90005246...
I was a Sears appliance service tech for 32 years. A gas stove is very reliable with hardly no problems and cheap to repair if necessary. An induction stove top is very expensive to repair. The parts cost is very high. For my home it's gas stove for sure....

re: California Trip Summer 2024

Posted by Harahan Boy on 1/18/24 at 11:26 am
The 17 mile drive from Carmel through Pebble Beach golf course is beautiful....

re: Wife and food

Posted by Harahan Boy on 1/15/24 at 6:35 pm
bowl of corn flakes...
Who pays for this? As a parent I sure wouldn't pay for this. I don't think any medical insurance would pay for this because it's an elective procedure. I'm sure it's expensive. Does the kid have his own money to pay for this? ...

re: Anyone got any good jokes?

Posted by Harahan Boy on 1/12/24 at 9:30 am
What did the termites say when the house burnt down? Oh boy, we're going to have BBQ tonight. What did the termites say when the church burnt down? Holy smokes. ...
People who pass gas loudly....

re: New Orleans ABNB

Posted by Harahan Boy on 1/4/24 at 12:29 pm
Make sure your life insurance policy is up-to-date and your beneficiaries contact information is current and easily accessible. ...

Ribalizer

Posted by Harahan Boy on 12/30/23 at 8:08 pm
Has anyone used this smoking/cooking rig for ribs. It's designed for use on a propane grill. Besides ribs...you can also prepare pork butt, chicken, turkey and brisket. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aFLeWFUi5hw TV Commercial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_i0JkIwZNTQ Riblizer Fa...

re: Can a treadmill be left outside?

Posted by Harahan Boy on 12/30/23 at 2:21 pm
My neighbor has a TV on his outdoor patio. It's exposed to humidity and cold temperature and works great with no problem. I would personally have no problem with a treadmill on a outdoor patio....just keep it covered when not used....